Birmingham Breast Group

Sentinel Node Biopsy Wolverhampton

Birmingham Breast Group offers a full range of breast cancer treatments, including sentinel node biopsy for patients from Wolverhampton.

Our multidisciplinary team includes consultant oncoplastic breast surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and specialist breast care nurses, all ready to give you the best possible care during your breast cancer journey.

Our breast surgeons use the latest surgical techniques, including sentinel lymph node biopsy, to diagnose breast cancer and provide effective treatments.

Birmingham Breast Group has four highly regarded clinics near Wolverhampton offering diagnosis and oncoplastic breast surgery and reconstructive surgery for breast cancer patients.

We also offer treatments for other breast conditions and cosmetic breast surgery.

If you would like to find out more about our specialist expertise in breast care and breast surgery, you can contact us by phone on 0121 704 0383 or email at info@birminghambreastgroup.com.

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Sentinel Node Biopsy Wolverhampton

What are sentinel nodes?

Sentinel nodes are lymph nodes or glands under the arm. Your lymphatic system drains fluid from the breast into these nodes. If cancer cells are present in the breast tissue, they may drain into the sentinel nodes in the lymphatic fluid.

Why is a sentinel node biopsy performed?

Once removed in a sentinel lymph node biopsy procedure, the nodes are subjected to scientific analysis by our pathologists to look for signs of cancer cells.

The results of the biopsy assist our oncologists in the diagnosis and management of breast cancer.

Why has a node biopsy been recommended for me?

Many women with early-stage breast cancer are advised to have a sentinel lymph node biopsy to investigate for the spread of cancerous cells.

Women with more advanced or aggressive disease may also have a sentinel node removal procedure to ensure their treatments achieve the best outcomes.

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What does a sentinel lymph node biopsy involve?

Before your biopsy procedure begins, your surgeon will use imaging studies and scans to determine the exact location of your sentinel nodes in your armpit. A blue dye may be used as a contrast medium to further highlight the location of your lymph nodes

Sentinel lymph node procedures usually take around 30 minutes and are performed using general anaesthesia at our clinics near Wolverhampton.

Will I need breast reconstruction after node removal?

No, the sentinel node is near the breast, but in the armpit, and no reconstructive surgery will be required.

Sentinel lymph node biopsy vs axillary lymph node removal methods

Sentinel node biopsy is a more modern procedure than axillary lymph node dissection, during which multiple nodes may be removed.

Where it is appropriate, sentinel node biopsy offers patient benefits compared to axillary lymph node removal.

These benefits include:

Greater Accuracy

Scientific analysis of the sentinel lymph node provides highly accurate information, optimising outcomes.

Fewer complications

The removal of multiple axillary lymph nodes can cause lymphedema or nerve damage. The risk of these complications is much lower with sentinel node removal.

Less pain

This procedure precisely targets the node, causing less damage to surrounding tissues and, therefore, less bruising and pain.

Shorter downtime

Sentinel node biopsy is less invasive than other biopsy techniques, so it requires a shorter hospital stay.

We always discuss all options with our patients and will suggest the best form of node biopsy for your case.

For further information about the procedure, please visit our website.

Recovery after a sentinel node procedure near Wolverhampton

Although this is not a highly invasive procedure, patients should still rest for a few days to help with the healing process.

You will soon be able to return to your usual activities, but it may take a few weeks before you can resume strenuous activities.

We will monitor your recovery at outpatient appointments at one of our clinics and advise you when it is time to resume your usual routine.

Unrivalled breast care at Birmingham Breast Group

We are specialists in the treatment of breast cancer and focus on the most accurate diagnostic tests and advanced treatments for our Wolverhampton patients.

All our medical staff have undertaken specialist training to ensure that they can offer the highest level of care to support you to the best outcomes. Our multidisciplinary approach means that we can offer a comprehensive range of treatments, including radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Our skilled plastic surgeons provide reconstructive breast surgery to complete your breast cancer journey.

We are here to address all your concerns about your breasts.

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Finding Birmingham Breast Group Clinics

Our clinics are located across four prestigious private hospitals in Birmingham, less than twenty miles from Wolverhampton.

Our contact details

Please contact us at whichever clinic is most convenient for you.

Priory Hospital Edgbaston

Priory Rd
Edgbaston
Birmingham B5 7UG

Tel 0121 704 0383

Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com

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Spire Parkway Solihull

1 Damson Parkway
Solihull B91 2PP

Tel 0121 7041451

Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com

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Spire Little Aston

Little Aston Hall Drive
Sutton Coldfield B74 3UP

Tel 0121 353 2444

Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com

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The Harborne Hospital

Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham B15 2FQ

Tel 0121 468 2748

Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com

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About Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton is a city twelve miles North of Birmingham. It is the third largest city in the West Midlands after Birmingham and Coventry.

Originally a market town within the traditional county of Staffordshire, Wolverhampton developed into an industrial centre in the nineteenth century.

In 1974, Wolverhampton became a metropolitan borough and was subsumed into the new West Midlands county.

The city is the home of the popular football club Wolverhampton Wanderers.

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Written by a patient at BMI The Priory Hospital, 17th August 2020

Mr Henderson was kind and understanding and I felt completely at ease with him. He was well informed of my condition and explained his treatment plan to me fully. He has been very attentive in answering emails from me and I really cannot recommend him highly enough. I feel very fortunate to have been in his care.

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Written by a patient at BMI The Priory Hospital, 17th August 2020

Mr Henderson was kind and understanding and I felt completely at ease with him. He was well informed of my condition and explained his treatment plan to me fully. He has been very attentive in answering emails from me and I really cannot recommend him highly enough. I feel very fortunate to have been in his care.

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Written by a patient at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 1st December 2019

I have been a patient of Dr Basu since being diagnosed with Breast Cancer a few months ago. Despite the curse of my diagnosis I couldn’t have asked for a better Dr and standard of care. He and his team are super-efficient, have gone out of their way to get fast effective treatment for me and he has super-human levels of patience. During every consultation he has been ever patient, carefully listened to all my questions and concerns then taken the time to explain everything to me and provided constant reassurance. He has been accessible at all times even over weekends and the support has been broad. He looks after you as if you are family and despite having a 90 minute journey to see him at times as we wanted the fastest appointment we couldn’t ask for anything more. Our family see him as an angel not just a doctor for what he has done for us and would recommend him in less than a blink of a eye.

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Written by a patient at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 30th September 2019

I first met Naren Basu in 2016 at the Queen Elizabeth Women’s Hospital. I had been diagnosed with breast cancer. He is an exceptionally skilled man at putting people at their ease and explaining everything with great patience and candour. He is a consummate professional and really knows his stuff, especially relating to breast cancer. He is very clever, witty, and a super surgeon. He carried out a reduction to both my breasts, removing the tumours at the same time. I was fortunate indeed to have my surgery via the NHS, it would have been very expensive as a private patient but worth every penny. I felt like a million dollars after my operation. I think he is a fabulous man and so skilled on so many levels and outstanding in human kindness.

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Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 12th June 2019

Nine days before I was due to go on an extended holiday I discovered problems in both breasts. I was lucky enough to get an appointment 3 days before travel. Mr Basu even called me on the day of the appointment to ask me to come in earlier to ensure they had time to undergo all of the tests that evening. Anyone who has had these problems will know how overwhelming it is but Mr Basu took his time to speak to me and explained all of the procedures/tests that would be carried out that evening and possible outcomes. I did have a small procedure and again everything was explained fully and felt quite safe in his hands. The follow up appointments were just as thorough and Mr Basu made sure I understood all that we discussed. If I ever found myself in this position again Mr Basu would be my first port of call.

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Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 11th May 2020

I was diagnosed with HER2 positive breast cancer November 8th 2019 , I was then appointed Dr Henderson almost immediately to discuss my treatment plan and way forward, I must say Dr Henderson was absolutely fantastic, he has a real calming nature and really put myself and my husband at ease , plotting my treatment course from day 1 gave us a massive line of sight to work to and in with combination of the nurses at little Aston facing the biggest fight of my life became easier & easier as the week progressed, I owe Dr Henderson my life and can’t thank him enough, he’s worth is weight in gold

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Written by a patient at Good Hope Hospital, 27th November 2019

I am currently under the care of Dr Daniel Henderson at Good Hope Hospital, and I couldn’t ask for better. He listens, and speaks to you in laymans terms so you understand what is going on now and in the future. He talks to you and not at you, and has a very calm and soothing manner. If you are lucky enough to be referred to him, rest assured that you are in good hands, as he gets things actioned quickly.

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Written by a patient at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 1st December 2019

I have been a patient of Dr Basu since being diagnosed with Breast Cancer a few months ago. Despite the curse of my diagnosis I couldn’t have asked for a better Dr and standard of care. He and his team are super-efficient, have gone out of their way to get fast effective treatment for me and he has super-human levels of patience. During every consultation he has been ever patient, carefully listened to all my questions and concerns then taken the time to explain everything to me and provided constant reassurance. He has been accessible at all times even over weekends and the support has been broad. He looks after you as if you are family and despite having a 90 minute journey to see him at times as we wanted the fastest appointment we couldn’t ask for anything more. Our family see him as an angel not just a doctor for what he has done for us and would recommend him in less than a blink of a eye.

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iWantGreatCare

Written by a patient at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 30th September 2019

I first met Naren Basu in 2016 at the Queen Elizabeth Women’s Hospital. I had been diagnosed with breast cancer. He is an exceptionally skilled man at putting people at their ease and explaining everything with great patience and candour. He is a consummate professional and really knows his stuff, especially relating to breast cancer. He is very clever, witty, and a super surgeon. He carried out a reduction to both my breasts, removing the tumours at the same time. I was fortunate indeed to have my surgery via the NHS, it would have been very expensive as a private patient but worth every penny. I felt like a million dollars after my operation. I think he is a fabulous man and so skilled on so many levels and outstanding in human kindness.

View Doctify Reviews
iWantGreatCare

Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 12th June 2019

Nine days before I was due to go on an extended holiday I discovered problems in both breasts. I was lucky enough to get an appointment 3 days before travel. Mr Basu even called me on the day of the appointment to ask me to come in earlier to ensure they had time to undergo all of the tests that evening. Anyone who has had these problems will know how overwhelming it is but Mr Basu took his time to speak to me and explained all of the procedures/tests that would be carried out that evening and possible outcomes. I did have a small procedure and again everything was explained fully and felt quite safe in his hands. The follow up appointments were just as thorough and Mr Basu made sure I understood all that we discussed. If I ever found myself in this position again Mr Basu would be my first port of call.

View Doctify Reviews
iWantGreatCare

Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 11th May 2020

I was diagnosed with HER2 positive breast cancer November 8th 2019 , I was then appointed Dr Henderson almost immediately to discuss my treatment plan and way forward, I must say Dr Henderson was absolutely fantastic, he has a real calming nature and really put myself and my husband at ease , plotting my treatment course from day 1 gave us a massive line of sight to work to and in with combination of the nurses at little Aston facing the biggest fight of my life became easier & easier as the week progressed, I owe Dr Henderson my life and can’t thank him enough, he’s worth is weight in gold

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iWantGreatCare

Written by a patient at Good Hope Hospital, 27th November 2019

I am currently under the care of Dr Daniel Henderson at Good Hope Hospital, and I couldn’t ask for better. He listens, and speaks to you in laymans terms so you understand what is going on now and in the future. He talks to you and not at you, and has a very calm and soothing manner. If you are lucky enough to be referred to him, rest assured that you are in good hands, as he gets things actioned quickly.

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iWantGreatCare

Written by a patient at BMI The Priory Hospital, 17th August 2020

Mr Henderson was kind and understanding and I felt completely at ease with him. He was well informed of my condition and explained his treatment plan to me fully. He has been very attentive in answering emails from me and I really cannot recommend him highly enough. I feel very fortunate to have been in his care.

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Priory Road, Edgbaston, B5 7UG

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Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UP

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Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, B15 2FQ

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