Endoscopic groin lymph node dissection as a preferable technique for malignant skin neoplasms

Abstract

Groin lymph node dissection (GLND) remains an effective treatment for malignant neoplasms of the skin arising on the lower extremities and perineum. However, complications such as seroma, flap necrosis, and infections have been encountered. It is thought that a conventional operation using a long inguinal incision can result in those complications. To minimise the risk of such complications, endoscopic GLND (EGLND) was performed in five patients. No severe complications were found. Although EGLND is still in the developmental stage, this technique is suggested as a possible surgical option for reducing morbidity and improving aesthetic results.

Key Words::

• Endoscopy
• groin
• lymph node dissection
• complication
• malignant skin neoplasms