Where Does ICG Fluorescence Help?
Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Especially useful in cancers like endometrial cancer, helping avoid unnecessary extensive lymph node dissection.
Assessment of Bowel Vascularity
- Ensures adequate blood supply before anastomosis → reduces risk of leaks.
Identification of Ureters
- Helps prevent ureteric injury in complex pelvic surgeries.
Parathyroid Gland Identification
- Preserves parathyroid function during thyroid and neck surgeries.
Tumour Localization & Margin Assessment
- Helps identify tumour deposits and define clear margins, especially in liver lesions.
