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Dermal Lymphovascular Invasion

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Nov 6, 2022 | Replies (6)

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I had lymphovascular invasion. It did not alter my treatment plan (no chemo, no radiation, mastectomy and hormonal meds). I read that it is equal to one positive lymph node. However, it makes a difference whether it is focal (localized near the tumor) or more extensive. Also do you know if it is in your lymph vessels, blood vessels or both?

My doctors did not express concern. I had 4 opinions! The tumor board at Dana Farber also didn't seem concerned. I think they relied on the Oncotype, which was low despite grade 3 and LVI.

Let us know more about the dermal form of this if you can. I would also advise not letting Dr. Google scare you. I am 8 years out knock on wood.

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I see the oncologist again on the 24th. I'm hoping for better answers then on what it actually means. His biggest concern was that the tumor had invaded the dermis. The pathology report says "Skin Satellite Foci" "Satellite foci not identified". The initial recommendation was surgery, radiation, and hormone medication. The first time that chemo was mentioned was at this last visit with him. I really don't know anything else right now except that it's scary.