lymph nodes

Neck dissection

A neck dissection is a surgical procedure involving the removal of lymph nodes and surrounding tissue from the neck. It is primarily performed to treat or prevent the spread of cancer, particularly head and neck cancers, by removing potentially affected lymphatic tissue. What is the purpose of a neck dissection? The primary purpose of a …
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Lymph nodes

Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are part of the body’s lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs, including lymph nodes, that help the body fight infections and other diseases. Each lymph node acts like a filter, trapping germs, cellular debris, foreign particles, and cancer cells. What do lymph …
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