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Results 1 - 1 of 1 for Primary lymphedema
  1. Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... spread when cells break off from the original (primary) tumor and are carried by the lymphatic system to other parts of your body. The sentinel lymph node is the ... rare and usually mild. If only the sentinel lymph node is removed, there is a low risk of lymphedema (swelling, usually of the arms or legs) from ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/sentinel-lymph-node-biopsy - Medical Tests