Impact of the ARM Technique on the Prevention of Lymphedema After Axillary Lymphadenectomy: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
Axillary Reverse Mapping: During axillary lymphadenectomy, the ARM technique will be incorporated. Prior to surgery, periareolar Tc99 injection will be performed to identify breast sentinel lymph nodes. Fifteen minutes before surgery, 2 mL of indocyanine green tracer will be injected subcutaneously in the medial intermuscular region of the ipsilateral upper limb, followed by gentle massage for 5 minutes. Standard axillary lymphadenectomy will then be performed, preserving ARM lymph nodes located below the axillary vein and lateral to the thoracodorsal pedicle.
Study summary
To evaluate the reduction of secondary lymphedema following axillary lymphadenectomy by incorporating the ARM technique during the procedure, without negatively impacting patient prognosis.
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Lymphedema rate — From enrollment to the end of treatment at 2 years
Lymphedema rate
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital de Bellvitge | L'Hospitalet de Llobregat | Barcelona |
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