Excision of lymph node

Indications

  • Confirm diagnosis of lymphadenopathy

Procedure

  1. Incision should be able to convert to a radical procedure should this be necessary
  2. Deepen incision
  3. Identify lymph node
  4. Dissect node (+ vascular pedicle)
  5. Diathermy / tie pedicle, excise node
  6. Ensure haemostasis, close wound