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Radiation Oncology
Do you include the entire seroma in your lumpectomy cavity volume for PBI when it extends far beyond surgical clips?
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
Yes, as surgical clips can migrate and can’t ignore visible seroma which is part of the surgical bed.
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