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The use of minimally invasive RPLND in the treatment of para-testicular rhabdomyosarcoma in the pediatric population

  • Stephen W. Reese
  • , Emily Ji
  • , Venkat M. Ramakrishnan
  • , Andrew A. Wagner
  • , Richard S. Lee

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

Abstract

Para-testicular rhabdomyosarcoma represents a significant portion of malignant pediatric scrotal tumors. Treatment of this tumor requires a multi-disciplinary approach, however surgery, including a retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, remains an important diagnostic and therapeutic tool in the treatment of this disease. Traditional approaches have been via open surgery, however with the advent of the robotic platform, minimally invasive retroperitoneal lymph node dissection with sound oncologic principles is now possible. Advantages of the robotic approach include decreased morbidity and enhanced recovery compared to the open approach. In this chapter, we describe the technique for a minimally invasive robotic retroperitoneal lymph node dissection.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationMinimally Invasive and Robotic-Assisted Surgery in Pediatric Urology
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Pages323-336
Number of pages14
ISBN (Electronic)9783030572198
ISBN (Print)9783030572181
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 25 2020
Externally publishedYes

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • Lymph node dissection
  • Para-testicular rhabdomyosarcoma
  • Robotic surgery
  • RPLND
  • Testicular cancer

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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