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She has ductal carcinoma of the left breast.

Posted By: JuliaC on 2009-02-26
In Reply to: sentinel node _______ biopsy - pc

Subject: She has ductal carcinoma of the left breast.

Under procedures the doctor says Left breast,sentinel (ohmensted)biopsy. Later the doctor says a blue lymphatic was clipped,ligated and removed. I really appreciate your help.
Thanks.


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