vascular invasion

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Hi, I have looked back to my original diagnosis, does anyone know what vascular infiltration or invasion means please? I understand what lymph node means.

thanks Bunty

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Hi Bunty

You may find our booklet ‘Understanding your pathology’ helpful to read, it contains information about vascular invasion on page 14, you can read it via the following link:

breastcancercare.org.uk/docs/pathology___feb_08_0.pdf

If you want to talk your results through do not hesitate to call our helpline on 08080 800 6000 which is open weekdays 9-5 and Sat 9-2.

Best wishes
Lucy

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Hi Bunty

It means that your tumour looks like it has started moving through blood vessels/ circulatory system.

Hope this helps…Sending you love and luck,

Nikki