Does the Extent of Operation Influence the Prognosis in Patients With Melanoma Metastatic to Inguinal Nodes?

Background: The role of pelvic lymphadenectomy in melanoma metastatic to the superficial inguinal region remains controversial. Some researchers advocate aggressive surgical management,whereas others feel that outcome depends more on extent of disease rather than extent of treatment.We reviewed our recent experience to investigate possible therapeutic effects of extended surgery.