Lymph Node Removal (Lymphadenectomy) for Melanoma

Surgery Overview

This surgery is done to see if cancer has spread to a lymph node. Some lymph nodes, Opens dialog are located near the surface of the body, while others are deep in the belly or around organs, such as the heart or liver. The surgery is also done to remove melanoma, Opens dialog that has spread only to the lymph nodes and to prevent melanoma from spreading farther (metastasizing).

General anesthesia, Opens dialog is usually used for the surgery. An incision is made in the skin over the lymph nodes to be removed. The type and depth of the incision varies depending upon the location of these lymph nodes. The lymph nodes are removed along with nearby lymphatic tissue and some underlying soft tissue.

Information about Lymph Node Removal (Lymphadenectomy) for Melanoma

Current as of: July 31, 2024

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