Sensitivity and specificity of ultrasonic assessment of axillary lymph node for breast cancer: A diagnostic meta-analysis

Key Points

• Ultrasonic assessment demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity for detecting axillary lymph nodes in breast cancer patients.
• Finding sensitivity rates of 85% and specificity of 90%, this assessment method proves effective in diagnosis.
• The analysis conducted a diagnostic meta-analysis across multiple studies assessing lymph nodes.
• These results may support the use of ultrasonic assessments in clinical practice for accurate breast cancer diagnosis.