Erschienen in:
13.08.2018 | Review Article
Current Status of Lymphadenectomy During Radical Nephroureterectomy for Upper Tract Urothelial Cancer—Yes, No or Maybe?
verfasst von:
Ashwin Sunil Tamhankar, Saurabh Ramesh Patil, Puneet Ahluwalia, Gagan Gautam
Erschienen in:
Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology
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Ausgabe 3/2018
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Abstract
While pelvic lymphadenectomy during radical cystectomy for bladder cancer is a well-established standard of care, the same does not hold true for upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC). Indeed, a template-based lymphadenectomy is rarely, if ever, performed in conjunction with radical nephroureterectomy at most centres across the globe. While multiple studies have explored the staging and therapeutic role of lymphadenectomy in cases of UTUC, there remain large gaps in our understanding of the indications, extent and safety of this procedure as an adjunct to nephroureterectomy. This article elucidates the current knowledge on outcomes, benefits and complications of template-based lymphadenectomy during radical nephroureterectomy for UTUC. We also explore the current evidence-based guidelines on this controversial topic.