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Has anyone forgone sentinel node biopsies?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (21)
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@reflector75

I am 75 and am taking part in the SMALL trial running here in UK which builds on the above research.
Had 7mm tumour removed in Feb 2024 without nodal biopsy as axilla was clear , followed by one weeks whole breast radiation and Anastrozole ( Arimidex) for five years. First of five annual mammograms in Jan 2025 returned all clear result. Hope this information is of value to people considering this less invasive treatment option.

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cmce | @cmce | 5 days ago

Thank you for sharing this @reflector75 . That is interesting - we need additional studies to prove whether outcomes can be repeated.
I am excited not to have sentinel biopsies, but at the same time, because this has been so standard as part of lumpectomy surgery, it makes me a bit nervous. Innovations in treatments often feel uncomfortable, but I will go with it and hope that I have the same outcome as you.

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