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Inguinal Lymph Node Metastasis
Source: Carcinoma of Unknown Primary Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: December 17, 2021 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment of Newly Diagnosed Carcinoma of Unknown Primary
For information about the treatments listed below, see the Treatment Option Overview section.
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Cancer found only in the inguinal (groin) lymph nodes most likely began in the genital, anal, or rectal area. Treatment of inguinal lymph node metastasis may include the following:
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Surgery to remove the cancer and/or lymph nodes in the groin.
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Surgery to remove the cancer and/or lymph nodes in the groin, followed by radiation therapy or chemotherapy.
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