Sentinel lymph node biopsy in endometrial cancer: current status (literature review)

Endometrial cancer is the most common gynaecological malignancy in Russia and in the world. Pathological evaluation of lymph nodes is important for staging and adjuvant therapy management. Until recently, systematic lymphadenectomy was the gold standard for staging of endometrial cancer. However, this procedure has been associated with high morbidity and life-long consequences. Sentinel lymph node biopsy is an alternative procedure for staging. We conducted a literature review to evaluate the diagnostic precision, safety and methodology of sentinel lymph node mapping in endometrial cancer.