Supraclavicular lymph node: incidence of unsuspected metastatic prostate cancer

Author(s): Hematpour K, Bennett CJ, Rogers D, Head CS

Abstract

An uncommon presentation of prostate carcinoma to the supraclavicular lymph nodes is herein reviewed. With prompt diagnosis and treatment, patient survival can be extended. A high index of suspicion is necessary to make the diagnosis. The clinical features of four cases involving metastatic prostate carcinoma will be discussed.

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