Complications and outcomes following inguinal lymphadenectomy for malignant melanoma in an Asian population.
In A LeeHyun Jeong KimEun Jin KimJee Youn LeeJuhan LeeJae Geun LeeChoong-Kun LeeSang Joon ShinKee-Yang ChungMyoung Soo KimPublished in: Korean journal of clinical oncology (2020)
Inguinal LND is a higher risk procedure compared to SLNB and other sites for postoperative complications, irrespective of meticulous surgical techniques. More studies are needed to establish treatment protocols (e.g., observation vs. CLND after a positive SLNB result) and the risks and benefits in Asian populations.