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When is pelvic lymph node dissection indicated in vulvar cancers?

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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network

GOG 37 established adjuvant RT to pelvis and groins better than PLND for inguinal node positive patients. Pelvic recurrence rates were similar in both arm with the predominant difference being in inguinal recurrence. PLND as part of routine management in vulvar ca is hardly indicated.

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