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  • Title: The Evolution and Technique of Nerve-Sparing Retroperitoneal Lymphadenectomy.
    Author: Masterson TA, Cary C, Rice KR, Foster RS.
    Journal: Urol Clin North Am; 2015 Aug; 42(3):311-20. PubMed ID: 26216818.
    Abstract:
    The evolution of retroperitoneal lymph node dissection technique and associated template modifications for nonseminomatous germ cell tumors have resulted in significant improvement in the long-term morbidity. Through the preservation of sympathetic nerves via exclusion from or prospective identification within the boundaries of resection, maintenance and recovery of antegrade ejaculation are achieved. Nerve-sparing strategies in early-stage disease are feasible in most patients. Postchemotherapy, select patients can be considered for nerve preservation. This article describes the anatomic and physiologic basis for, indications and technical aspects of, and functional and oncologic outcomes reported after nerve-sparing retroperitoneal lymphadenectomy in testicular cancer.
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