Correct identification of a sentinel node postselective lymphadenectomy using antimony levels

Melanoma Res. 2008 Oct;18(5):365-6. doi: 10.1097/CMR.0b013e328307bf2d.

Abstract

This study describes a case report where there was uncertainty as to which lymph node was the sentinel lymph node postlymphadenectomy. The matter was resolved by using a novel technique to analyse the antimony levels of the tissue paraffin-embedded specimens. This is the first report of this technique being used to facilitate clinical decision-making.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Antimony / analysis*
  • Humans
  • Lymph Node Excision
  • Lymph Nodes / chemistry*
  • Lymph Nodes / surgery
  • Lymphatic Metastasis / diagnosis*
  • Lymphatic Metastasis / pathology
  • Male
  • Melanoma / chemistry
  • Melanoma / secondary*
  • Melanoma / surgery
  • Middle Aged
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Skin Neoplasms / surgery

Substances

  • Antimony