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[The lymph node of Mondor: myth or reality?]
N Pirro1, T Le Corroller, A Lagier
1Laboratoire d'anatomie, faculté de médecine de Marseille, 13385 Marseille cedex 5, France. nicolas.pirro@ap-hm.fr
Morphologie : Bulletin De L'Association Des Anatomistes
|February 13, 2010
Summary
The number of lymph nodes near the superior rectal artery in rectal cancer is small, typically 1-5. Mondor's lymph node is an inconsistent finding, often located at the artery's bifurcation.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Anatomy
- Oncology
- Histopathology
Context:
- Lymph node involvement is a key prognostic factor in rectal cancer.
- The lymphatic drainage pathways of the rectum are not fully understood.
- Accurate anatomical knowledge is crucial for effective surgical planning and treatment.
Purpose:
- To quantify the number of lymph nodes around the superior rectal artery.
- To determine the frequency and characteristics of Mondor's lymph nodes in the rectal mesentery.
- To investigate potential correlations between lymph node quantity and surrounding tissue characteristics.
Summary:
- This study analyzed 25 anatomic specimens, identifying a mean of 2.7 lymph nodes (1-7 mm) around the superior rectal artery, with most <3 mm.
- The number of lymph nodes was independent of the surrounding mesentery's volume and weight.
- Mondor's lymph nodes were found in 7 subjects, characterized by their location at the superior rectal artery's bifurcation/trifurcation.
Impact:
- Provides precise data on lymph node distribution in the superior rectal artery region.
- Clarifies the variable presence and location of Mondor's lymph nodes.
- Contributes to a better understanding of rectal cancer lymphatic spread and surgical implications.
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