Guidance

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on Endoscopic radical inguinal lymphadenectomy.

Description

Inguinal lymph nodes are removed in the routine management of genital or anal cancer, and melanoma of the leg. This procedure aims to reduce discomfort, scarring and complications associated with the procedure by using an endoscopic device and small incisions. Robotic control may also be used.

Coding and clinical classification codes for this guidance.

Endorsing bodies

This interventional procedures guidance is endorsed by Healthcare Improvement Scotland as required by the Health and Social Care Act (2012).

  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)