Breast Cancer Center

ICG Dye Sentinel LN Biopsy

What is ICG Dye Sentinel LN Biopsy?

With ICG (indocyanine green) dye sentinel lymph node biopsy, the sentinel lymph node in the breast is found and identified. The first lymph node that drains lymph fluid from the breast is called the sentinel lymph node. It is usually the first place where breast cancer cells spread, so looking at the sentinel lymph node can help figure out how far cancer has spread and help decide how to treat it.

A small amount of ICG dye is injected into the breast during an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy. The sentinel lymph node takes in the dye, making it easier to find with a special camera or another imaging device. Once the sentinel lymph node is found, it is taken out and checked to see if it has cancer cells.

Most of the time, an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy is done at the same time as a breast biopsy or surgery. It is a safe and effective way to find the sentinel lymph node and can help people with breast cancer decide how to treat themselves.

When is the ICG dye Sentinel LN Biopsy done?

Most of the time, an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy is done when there are concerns about breast cancer or other abnormal cells in the breast. It is often used with a breast biopsy or surgery, such as a mastectomy or lumpectomy, to find out if the breast is cancerous.

There are a few times when a sentinel lymph node biopsy with ICG dye might be suggested, such as:

  • To figure out the stage of breast cancer, if a breast biopsy shows that there is cancer, an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy may be done to see if the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes. This information is important for figuring out how far along the cancer is and what the best treatment will be.
  • To help decide how to treat a patient: if cancer cells are found in the sentinel lymph node, more lymph nodes may need to be taken out (a procedure called a lymph node dissection). A sentinel lymph node biopsy with ICG dye can help doctors decide on a course of treatment by showing whether or not more lymph nodes need to be taken out.
  • To check how well the treatment is working: In some cases, an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy may be done after treatment to check how well the treatment is working and see if there are any cancer cells left.
    It’s important to remember that not everyone needs an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy. It is a test that is usually suggested when there is concern about breast cancer or other abnormal cells in the breast. Depending on your personal situation, your doctor will be able to tell you if an ICG-dye sentinel lymph node biopsy is right for you or not.

Health benefits of ICG dye Sentinel LN Biopsy

An ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy could help your health in a number of ways, such as:

  • Finding out the stage of breast cancer: An ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy can help find out the stage of breast cancer by showing if cancer cells have spread to the lymph nodes. This information is needed to figure out the best way to treat the patient.
  • As a guide for treatment, if cancer cells are found in the sentinel lymph node, it may be necessary to remove more lymph nodes. A sentinel lymph node biopsy with ICG dye can help doctors decide on a course of treatment by showing whether or not more lymph nodes need to be taken out.
  • Checking how well the treatment is working: In some cases, an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy may be done after treatment to check how well the treatment is working and see if there are any cancer cells left.
  • Getting rid of the need for more surgery: If an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy shows that the sentinel lymph node does not have any cancer cells, it may not be necessary to remove any more lymph nodes. This can help lower the chance of problems and speed up the healing process.
  • It’s important to remember that not everyone needs an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy. It is a test that is usually suggested when there is concern about breast cancer or other abnormal cells in the breast.

Your doctor will be able to talk to you about the possible risks and benefits of an ICG dye sentinel lymph node biopsy and help you make a decision about the care that is best for you.

If you would want a second opinion or if you are looking for answers online, please let us know.

Please don’t hesitate to contact Dr Mansi Chowhan. She is a highly accomplished surgical oncologist who has more than 11 years of expertise. She also earned a gold medal during her post-graduate studies. Her areas of expertise include oncoplastic breast surgery, head and neck surgery, and reconstructive operations.





About
Dr. Mansi Chowhan
Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon-Surgical Oncologist
MS (Gold Medalist), FIAGES, MCh Breast Oncoplasty (UK), Fellow Breast Surgery (Paris), Fellow Head & Neck Surgery, IFHNOS – MSKCC (New York)

Dr. Mansi Chowhan -Breast Cancer Specialist-Surgical Oncology team at CK Birla Hospitals, Gurugram. Breast Cancer Treatment, Axillary surgery , Benign Breast Cancer Diseases , Breast Cancer Genetics , Breast Cancer Management , Breast Cancer Surgery , Breast Cancer Treatment , Breast Examination , Breast Infection or Mastitis , Breast Lump , Breast Cancer Lump Treatment , Breast Oncoplasty , Breast Cancer Pain Treatment , Breast Precancerous lesions , Breast Reduction , Breast Cancer Surgery , Breast Surgery for Benign lesions , Breast Cancer Screening (Preventive) , Breast Cancer Surgery , Breast Cancer Chemotherapy , Comprehensive Breast Cancer Management , Endocrine Surgery , Gynecomastia Treatment / Surgery , Hormone Therapy For Breast Cancer , Breast Cancer Immunotherapy , Male Breast Cancer , Mastectomy , Nipple Discharge , Surgical Oncology , Volume displacement Oncoplasty , Volume replacement Oncoplasty ,Breast Cancer treatment Hereditary breast cancer Breast lumps Benign breast diseases Fibrocysts of breast Nipple discharge Mastalgia Breast conservation Surgery Breast Oncoplasty level Modified Radical Mastectomy Therapeutic Mammoplasty Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy ICG dye Sentinel LN Biopsy Axillary Dissection Breast Lump Excision Radio-Guided breast Surgery Palliative Mastectomy Breast Reconstruction Bilateral Prophylactic Mastectomy reconstruction Surgery for nipple discharge

Dr. Mansi Chowhan is an expert Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon with experience of more than 14 years and has been awarded with a gold medal during her surgical post-graduation. Dr. Mansi is well-trained from world renowned surgeons and cancer institutions like the Paris Breast Centre, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre (New York), University of East Anglia (U.K.) and Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. She is a skilled surgeon with over 14 years of experience in some of the best hospitals in the Delhi- NCR region including Fortis Hospital, Artemis Hospital, Paras Hospital and Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, CK Birla Hospital. She works with utmost dedication and compassion to deliver international standard and personalized cancer care to the patients.



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First of all, I would like to thank Dr. Mansi Cowhan for the effort she made to remove a tumor and lymph nodes from the breast of the patient Rawaa Abd Abbas from Iraq, and to follow up on the patient’s condition and gave her the right medical instructions after the operation. Now patient is in a very good health. My advice for all patients who are suffering from breast cancer is to visit Dr Mansi Chowhan she has a very good knowledge and experience in her field .Thank you to Dr Mansi.

Ms. Rawaa Abd Abbas & Mr. Muthanna kareem Alobaidi

Iraq

Dr. Mansi Chowhan, my wife’s breast cancer surgeon, empathized with my wife’s condition. She gave us the technical details in understandable language. She made it clear that the approach was primarily redemptive. She was happy with us when the tests came out favorable. She was sad with us for unfavourable pointers. She was caring throughout the process. We wish that she will bring such care and comfort to many more cancer patients.

Mr. Anup Dominic

Mauritius

I was diagnosed with DCIS. My gynaecologist Dr.Anjali Kumar whom I have known for 12 years and trust her completely, recommended Dr Mansi Chowhan to me. I am very happy that I took the decision of getting my breast surgery done from Dr.Mansi. She is very warm, polite and understands the emotional state of a patient. She explained to me in detail what exactly will be her plan of action. I went for other opinions too but Dr. Mansi was the only doctor who didn’t ask for unnecessary tests and procedures like MRI and Biopsy. Luckily, the lump in my breast was benign. I am grateful to her for handling my case so efficiently and would highly recommend her for breast surgery.

Ms Pratishtha Garg

India

Dr Mansi Chowhan Dr. Mansi is one of the finest, sweetest and humble doctor I have ever met! I think she follows the rule to not overcomit and under deliver. During the period of my mother’s breast cancer consultation, treatment and surgery, she was sometimes upfront for few things, which we as Patient’s family took time to digest. But I really admire and appreciate all the support that Dr. Mansi and team extended during the entire period of pre & post surgery. And the kind of tumor removal + breast conservation surgery that she has done with her magical hands is commendable. I had so many negative thoughts before the surgery, but looking at the result and my mother recovering day by day…I can’t thank her enough for doing such wonders in saving her breast and her life! ❤

Ms Kritika Tandon

India

Dr Mansi Chowhan is an excellent Breast Cancer specialist we have in NCR, she is just amazing.
She is my wife’s doctor. She is very caring, understanding & listens to the patients.
In as much as she is a Gold Medalist, she is very knowledgeable and gives the best advice for the treatment.
She is very genuine in her dealings. She is a very kind and soft spoken to her patients. And takes special interest in caring for her patients, My wife feels very comfortable meeting her.
We highly recommend her to everyone with the above said problem.

Ms. Laban Rao

India

My mother Mrs Santosh admitted under Dr Mansi Chowhan for procedure .
She is the outstanding doctor with golden heart , attend us guide us at each & every level of investigations.
A very big thanks for her & Mr Ibrahim & whole team for supportive hands given to us to fight against disease .
God bless you all & achieve success in future.
Regards

Mr. Alka Sammi

India

Our gratitude towards Dr Mansi Chowhan, my wife’s treating doctor cannot be expressed in words. She diagnosed my wife’s breast cancer and took great care throughout her journey from biopsy to breast surgery to chemotherapy now. To our great relief, a breast conservation surgery was done. She is exceptionally efficient and compassionate towards her patients. Highly recommended for any breast lump or cancer.

Mr. Dushyant Jasoria

India

Dr Mansi Chowhan is one of the finest, sweetest and humble doctor I have ever met! I think she follows the rule to not overcomit and under deliver. During the period of my mother’s breast cancer consultation, treatment and surgery, she was sometimes upfront for few things, which we as Patient’s family took time to digest. But I really admire and appreciate all the support that Dr. Mansi and team extended during the entire period of pre & post surgery. And the kind of tumor removal + breast conservation surgery that she has done with her magical hands is commendable. I had so many negative thoughts before the surgery, but looking at the result and my mother recovering day by day…I can’t thank her enough for doing such wonders in saving her breast and her life! ❤.

Ms. Kritika Tandon

India

I was diagnosed with DCIS. My gynaecologist Dr.Anjali Kumar whom I have known for 12 years and trust her completely, recommended Dr Mansi Chowhan to me. I am very happy that I took the decision of getting my breast surgery done from Dr Mansi. She is very warm, polite and understands the emotional state of a patient. She explained to me in detail what exactly will be her plan of action. I went for other opinions too but She was the only doctor who didn’t ask for unnecessary tests and procedures like MRI and Biopsy. Luckily, the lump in my breast was benign. I am grateful to her for handling my case so efficiently and would highly recommend her for breast surgery..

Ms. Pratishtha Garg

India

Dr Mansi Chowhan was really a blessing for us. She was so empathetic. I went to her for Sister In Law. She operated her for carotid body tumor. We were really scared but once we met Dr Mansi. we were at ease. She excellently handled the case. She was patient enough to hear all our worries and problems. I am thankful to her for all that she has done.

Ms. Madhurima Goswami

India

Surgery from Dr Mansi was like MAGIC TOUCH …as Dr Mansi not only done the procedure…successfully…but also support the patient mentaly to bear the pain without any stress…commmunication skills were suppperrb…Thanks to Dr Mansi.

Mr. Kaka Bhardwaj

India



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