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Review
. 2020 Jul;122(1):96-98.
doi: 10.1002/jso.25876. Epub 2020 Mar 22.

Minimally invasive inguinal lymphadenectomy

Keith A Delman  1
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Review

Minimally invasive inguinal lymphadenectomy

Keith A Delman. J Surg Oncol. 2020 Jul.

Abstract

The focus of this article is not purely on the technical aspects of a novel procedure, but also the considerations a team might pursue in adopting, modifying, or developing a new procedure of any type. Performing a minimally invasive inguinal lymphadenectomy is challenging even to individuals experience in laparoscopic techniques and with open lymphadenectomy. This article summarizes the approach to adopting any new technique and specifically addresses the learning curve for minimally invasive lymphadenectomy. In addition, specific technical aspects of the procedure are enumerated.

Keywords: groin; inguinal; lymphadenectomy; melanoma; metastases.

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