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Axillary Lymphadenectomy
Axillary nerve dysfunction is nerve damage that leads to a loss of movement or sensation in the shoulder.
Alternative Names
Neuropathy - axillary nerve
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Axillary nerve dysfunction is a form of
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Axillary Dissection
Source: Breastcancer.org
There are three levels of axillary lymph nodes (the nodes in the underarm or "axilla" area): Level I is the bottom level, below the lower edge of... Read more »
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Breast Examination by a Health Professional. Women ages 20 - 49 should have a physical examination by a health professional every 1 - 2 years. Those... Read more »
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Source: Breastcancer.org
If the sentinel node does NOT show any cancer, it is likely that no other axillary lymph nodes contain cancer. And the chances are good that the... Read more »
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