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'''Rotter's lymph nodes''' are a group of [[lymph nodes]] located in the [[ | '''Rotter's lymph nodes''' are a group of small [[lymph nodes]] located in the [[breast]] region, specifically in the interpectoral area. These nodes are situated between the [[pectoralis major]] and [[pectoralis minor]] muscles. They are clinically significant in the context of [[breast cancer]] as they can be sites of metastasis. | ||
==Anatomy== | ==Anatomy== | ||
Rotter's lymph nodes are part of the [[lymphatic system]], which plays a crucial role in the body's [[immune system]]. These nodes are located in the interpectoral space, which is the area between the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor muscles. The lymphatic drainage from the breast can pass through these nodes before reaching the [[axillary lymph nodes]]. | |||
Rotter's lymph nodes | ==Clinical significance== | ||
In the context of breast cancer, the status of Rotter's lymph nodes can be an important factor in staging and treatment planning. Metastasis to these nodes can indicate a more advanced stage of cancer. During [[breast surgery]], such as a [[mastectomy]] or [[lumpectomy]], these nodes may be examined to assess the spread of cancer. | |||
== | ==History== | ||
The nodes are named after the German surgeon [[Josef Rotter]], who first described them. Understanding the role of these nodes has been important in the development of surgical techniques for breast cancer. | |||
==See also== | |||
* [[Lymphatic system]] | * [[Lymphatic system]] | ||
* [[Breast cancer]] | * [[Breast cancer]] | ||
* [[Axillary lymph nodes]] | |||
* [[Pectoralis major]] | |||
* [[Pectoralis minor]] | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==External links== | |||
* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Rotter%27s_lymph_nodes Rotter's lymph nodes on WikiMD] | |||
[[Category:Lymphatic system]] | [[Category:Lymphatic system]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Breast anatomy]] | ||
[[Category:Oncology]] | |||
Latest revision as of 21:51, 29 December 2024
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Rotter's lymph nodes are a group of small lymph nodes located in the breast region, specifically in the interpectoral area. These nodes are situated between the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor muscles. They are clinically significant in the context of breast cancer as they can be sites of metastasis.
Anatomy[edit]
Rotter's lymph nodes are part of the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in the body's immune system. These nodes are located in the interpectoral space, which is the area between the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor muscles. The lymphatic drainage from the breast can pass through these nodes before reaching the axillary lymph nodes.
Clinical significance[edit]
In the context of breast cancer, the status of Rotter's lymph nodes can be an important factor in staging and treatment planning. Metastasis to these nodes can indicate a more advanced stage of cancer. During breast surgery, such as a mastectomy or lumpectomy, these nodes may be examined to assess the spread of cancer.
History[edit]
The nodes are named after the German surgeon Josef Rotter, who first described them. Understanding the role of these nodes has been important in the development of surgical techniques for breast cancer.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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