Objective:

To correct inaccuracies in the original publication regarding axillary surgery and its implications in T1N0 breast cancer, specifically addressing the misinterpretation of results.

Key Findings:

• The role of axillary surgery has evolved to a staging method with the adoption of sentinel lymph node biopsy.
• The incidence of distant metastases among patients with axillary recurrence reflects the aggressive biology of the primary tumor.
• Patients with axillary recurrence and distant metastases may represent a biologically aggressive subgroup with a poorer prognosis.

Interpretation:

The corrections clarify the implications of axillary surgery and the biological behavior of breast cancer in the context of distant metastases.

Limitations:

• The erratum does not address any potential limitations of the original study design or methodology, which should be acknowledged.

Conclusion:

The amendments provide a clearer understanding of the relationship between axillary recurrence and distant metastases in breast cancer, highlighting the need for further research.