Noun
the source of lymph and lymphocytes
Source: WordNetA lymph node biopsy can be performed to diagnose certain types of leukemia in certain situations. Source: Internet
Between 38 and 89% of breast cancer patients suffer from lymphedema due to axillary lymph node dissection and/or radiation. Source: Internet
CDT, MLD and compression bandaging are all helpful components of conservative lymphedema treatment. citation Vascularized lymph node transfer Vascularized lymph node transfers (VLNT) can be an effective treatment of the arm and upper extremity. Source: Internet
In women, it is most prevalent in the upper limbs after breast cancer surgery, in particular after axillary lymph node dissection, citation occurring in the arm on the side of the body in which the surgery is performed. Source: Internet
Resistance training is not recommended in the immediate post-operative period in patients who have undergone axillary lymph node dissection for breast cancer. Source: Internet
Some people with mediastinal N2 lymph node involvement might benefit from post-operative radiotherapy. citation For potentially curable SCLC cases, chest radiotherapy is often recommended in addition to chemotherapy. Source: Internet