Follow-up after penectomy for penile cancer.
The primary area of concern for follow-up after initial therapy for penile cancer is the inguinal lymph nodes. Physical examination is the mainstay for follow-up but inguinal computed tomography scans can be of benefit in selected patients. Follow-up must be weighed heavily in the first 6 to 12 months as most metastases are noted in this period. Close follow-up is justifiable in penile cancer because many patients may be cured in spite of low volume inguinal lymph node metastatic disease. A proposed follow-up strategy is presented.
Department of Urology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.
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D002294:Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000556:secondary / Q000601:surgery; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008207:Lymphatic Metastasis; D008297:Male; D010412:Penile Neoplasms / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D010413:Penis / Q000601:surgery*; D012307:Risk Factors