@sirene
Yes, I had genetic testing before surgery so we knew I was BRCA2 positive which is why I opted for a double mastectomy and ovaries/tubes out.

LVI is not the same as lymph nodes, but maybe as significant. The way I understand it, it’s cancer cells in the blood vessels in and surrounding the tumor. My lymph nodes were clear. Not everyone with cancer in lymph nodes has LVI according to a study I read. There are different schools of thought on using LVI to determine treatment but there are studies indicating LVI leads to greater risk of recurrence and metastasis and a poorer prognosis. Many believe LVI requires additional treatment. LVI was never discussed with me as a risk factor, but I now see LVI in the breast oncology surgeon’s notes from 2013. I think my case supports that LVI is significant.

Thank you for your prayers.