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Inguinal lymph node dissection involves the surgical
removal of the lymph nodes in the groin. This procedure may be performed with a
vulvectomy.
Also Known As:
Conditions Treated with Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection:
Inguinal lymph node dissection may be utilized in cases of vulvar cancer and cancerous inguinal lymph nodes.
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There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical
alternatives to inguinal lymph node dissection.
Anesthesia with Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection:
Inguinal lymph node dissection is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection:
Possible risks following inguinal lymph node dissection include infection, bleeding, lymphedemia and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
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