Lymph Node Dissection

Lymph node dissection is a procedure used in cancer treatment in order to remove cancerous or ‘problem’ lymph nodes. During this procedure, a surgeon will make an incision in the area to gain access to the lymph nodes, then cut and remove the affected lymph nodes. This helps to remove much of the cancerous tissue from the body, and can also help to reduce the risk of cancer spreading throughout the body. Lymph node dissection is an integral part of cancer treatment and can have a significant impact on a patient’s prognosis.