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ArticleTechniques in coloproctology2025

Lateral pelvic lymph node dissection (LPLND) in the treatment of rectal cancer: current practice and evolving approaches in India.

Ankit Sharma, Subhathira Manohkaran, Avanish Saklani

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Article in Techniques in coloproctology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Ankit SharmaColorectal Division, Department of Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India.
Subhathira ManohkaranColorectal Division, Department of Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India.
Avanish SaklaniColorectal Division, Department of Surgical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India. asaklani@hotmail.com.

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Abstract

backgroundThe introduction of total mesorectal excision improved locoregional control for rectal adenocarcinoma significantly. Standardisation of the technique of LPLND is lacking in literature.

methodsWe describe the current practices of case selection and technical details of lateral lymph node dissection in rectal cancer. We also describe the approach when post neo-adjuvant fibrosis renders standard resection unsafe.

resultsCareful case selection and standardisation of the lateral lymph node dissection technique is important to ensure an oncologically sound and surgically procedure . Step-by-step procedures of LPLND are described in this article, and a video is demonstrated.

conclusionsStandardisation of the techniques of lateral lymph node dissection is essential. The procedure has a definite learning curve, requiring considerable expertise to avoid complications and achieve optimal outcomes.

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AdenocarcinomaLymph Node ExcisionRectal NeoplasmsHumansIndiaLymph NodesMalePatient SelectionPelvisProctectomyPelvic lymph nodeRectal cancerTotal neoadjuvant therapy

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PMID39847153
PMCPMC11759476

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