Atlas of Selective Sentinel Lymphadenectomy for Melanoma, Breast Cancer and Colon Cancer

"Sentinel lymph node evaluation has had a significant impact on the staging of patients with select solid tumors. This text reviews the rationale, technical considerations, and results of this revolutionary procedure. Leading experts in the field discuss its application for melanoma, breast, and colon cancer and comment on potential future indications." (Steven T. Rosen, MD, Series Editor) "Dr. Leong and his colleagues have compiled an excellent review of the extant literature regarding lymphatic mapping. The personal commentary and case reviews are excellent and provide the reader with first-hand technical aids to help achieve the experience required for accurate lymphatic mapping and selective lymphadenectomy of sentinel nodes. The text is an excellent resource for students, residents, and attending surgeons in the current state of the art of lymphatic mapping and will provide an excellent guide to help improve mapping success." (Charles E. Cox, MD, Professor of Surgery, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, USA)

• Rationale and Development of Sentinel Lymph Node Dissection.- Lymphoscintigraphy in the Detection of Sentinel Lymph Nodes.- Selective Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping and Dissection for Malignant Melanoma.- Selective Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping and Dissection for Breast Cancer.- Pathologic Examination of the Sentinel Lymph Node.- Selective Lymph Node Mapping in Colorectal Cancer – A Propsective Study for Impact on Staging, Limitations and Pitfalls.