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Novel 'injection-only' protocol for sentinel lymph node biopsy in cutaneous melanoma of the distal limbs provides equitable rates of node retrieval and positivity compared to traditional SPECT/CT and lymphoscintigraphy: a prospective comparison study

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Sentinel lymph node biopsy has become an important feature of melanoma skin cancer care. Beyond its role in staging and prognostication, the advent of immunotherapies alongside the changing landscape of melanoma management has made this investigation key to accessing adjuvant systemic anti-cancer treatments. Traditionally, sentinel lymph node biopsy requires preoperative single-photon emission computed tomography and simple computed tomography scanning in addition to a preoperative radiocolloid injection.

Source: EJC Skin Cancer

DOI: 10.1016/j.ejcskn.2025.100615

Authors: S. O'Rourke, N. Cahoon, F. Scutt, S. Smith

Institutions: NHS Education for Scotland, St John's Hospital, NHS Lothian, NHS Tayside, Ninewells Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Cutaneous Melanoma Detection and Management

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,340