Publication Name	World Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Manuscript ID	120261
Country	India

Category	Oncology
Manuscript Type	Evidence Review
Article Title	Sentinel lymph node biopsy in gynecologic cancers
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Priyanka Singh
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Corresponding Author	Priyanka Singh, Additional Professor, Department of Gynecological Oncology, Kalyan Singh Super Specialty Cancer Institute, CG City Sultanpur Road, Lucknow 226002, Uttar Pradesh, India. drpriyankaci@gmail.com
Key Words	Sentinel lymph node biopsy; Gynecological cancers; Cervical cancer; Endometrial cancer; Vulval cancer; Ovarian cancer
Core Tip	Sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy is redefining nodal staging in gynecologic oncology by reducing surgical morbidity without compromising oncologic outcomes. Evidence supports its use in early-stage cervical and endometrial cancers, with high diagnostic accuracy and survival equivalence to full lymphadenectomy in selected patients. However, technical variability, learning curves, and inconsistent global adoption remain barriers. As micrometastatic disease increasingly influences adjuvant treatment decisions, the challenge is no longer proof of concept, but whether health systems are ready to implement SLN biopsy as routine standard care.
Citation	Singh P. Sentinel lymph node biopsy in gynecologic cancers. World J Obstet Gynecol 2026; In press

Received	2026-02-24 08:45
Peer-Review Started	2026-02-24 08:45
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-12 08:44
Return for Revision	2026-03-12 08:44
Revised	2026-03-16 07:26
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-04-14 02:38
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-04-14 08:46
Articles in Press	2026-04-14 08:46
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