OPERATION: Axillary Node Clearance (Level II / Level III)
ANAESTHETIC: General anaesthesia
POSITION: Supine with ipsilateral arm abducted, forearm suspended [or on arm board]
INDICATION:
Breast cancer with confirmed axillary nodal metastases. [Positive sentinel node biopsy / palpable axillary nodes / prior sampling positive].
PROCEDURE:
WHO Checklist performed. Transverse lower axillary incision / extension of previous breast wound. Skin flaps elevated.