Lymph node imaging in initial staging of prostate cancer: An overview and update

Accurate nodal staging at the time of diagnosis of prostate cancer is crucial in determining a treatment plan for the patient. Pelvic lymph node dissection is the most reliable method, but is less than perfect and has increased morbidity. Cross sectional imaging with computed October 28, 2017|Volume 9|Issue 10| WJR|www.wjgnet.com Zarzour JG et al . Prostate cancer and lymph node imaging needed, these novel techniques to image lymph nodes in the setting of prostate cancer show a promising future in improving initial lymph node staging.