Role of Axillary Reverse Mapping in the Prevention of Lymphedema after Modified Radical Mastectomy in Breast Cancer

Key Points

• The research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of axillary reverse mapping (ARM) in minimizing lymphedema after modified radical mastectomy.
• Compared arm width differences between ARM and non-ARM groups through serial follow-ups.
• Assessed the severity of lymphedema post-surgery.
• Considered factors like lymphatic crossover and oncologic clearance in evaluating outcomes.
• The ARM group showed less arm width difference compared to the non-ARM group.
• ARM reduces lymphedema severity but does not prevent it entirely.
• Appropriate case selection is crucial for optimizing ARM benefits.