Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy And Management Of Regional Lymph Nodes In Melanoma
Publication Date: December 13, 2017
Last Updated: March 14, 2022
Key Recommendations
Thin melanomas:
Routine SLN biopsy is not recommended for patients with melanomas that are T1a (nonulcerated lesions <0.8 mm in Breslow thickness). SLN biopsy may be considered for T1b patients (0.8 to 1.0 mm Breslow thickness or <0.8 mm Breslow thickness with ulceration) after a thorough discussion with the patient of the potential benefits and risks of harm associated with the procedure. ( EB , H , H , )
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Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy And Management Of Regional Lymph Nodes In Melanoma
Authoring Organizations
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Society of Surgical Oncology