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Nodal recurrence
Source: Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)–Health Professional Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: May 9, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment of Recurrent Merkel Cell Carcinoma / Treatment Options for Recurrent Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Treatment options for patients with only regional nodal recurrence include RLND and adjuvant radiation therapy if the regional draining nodes have not been previously treated. Because of the poor prognosis after recurrence, consideration can also be given to systemic therapy, although there is no evidence that it improves survival.
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