Overview
Lymphoscintigraphy maps lymphatic flow and sentinel nodes using injected radiocolloids for surgical planning and lymphedema assessment.
Technique
Dynamic and static imaging with planar or SPECT CT localizes sentinel nodes and evaluates lymphatic obstruction.
Clinical Uses
Sentinel lymph node mapping in oncology and evaluation of lymphedema.
Limitations and Safety
Spatial resolution limited. Combined modalities improve localization for surgery.