Should Neck Dissection Be Done after Positive Sentinel Node Biopsy for Head and Neck Melanoma?

Observation following a positive sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) for head and neck cutaneous melanoma (HNCM) is likely a reasonable approach to offer patients, as survival is unchanged in prospective clinical trials.

Source: ENTtoday - TRIO Best Practices - April 19, 2022 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Brent A. Chang, MD, Ameya A. Asarkar, MD, Thomas H. Nagel, MD, and Cherie-Ann O. Nathan, MD Tags: Head and Neck Practice Focus TRIO Best Practices head and neck cancer treatment Source Type: research