Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection

Definition

The surgical removal of retroperitoneal lymph nodes from the abdominal cavity. The surgery is a therapeutic treatment for testicular cancer, performed after (orchiectomy) or testicular removal. The surgery is recommended for men who are at an increased risk of metastasis, or who decline other treatment options such as radiation or chemotherapy.

Also known as Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection, RPLND — per NCIT

Also identified as

• UMLS C1112682 per NCIT

Anatomy