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- +Hospital matching
- +Record review
- +Care coordination
- +Travel support
- +Interpretation support
Wide Excision + Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Wide excision may be considered for some skin melanomas after biopsy confirmation, such as invasive lesions or those with high-risk pathological features, and sentinel lymph node biopsy is performed when conditions are suitable and tracing is feasible. The decision is influenced by tumor thickness a
24-72h
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Approx. $4,300
Treatment fee
Not included
- -Treatment fee
- -Travel costs
- -Optional extras
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Peking Union Medical College Hospital - Beijing - Grade 3A
Ruijin Hospital - Shanghai - Grade 3A
West China Hospital - Chengdu - Grade 3A
Our service process
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How Wide Excision + Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy is performed
Wide excision is performed under general or regional anesthesia, excising the primary skin tumor according to the principle of safe margins and repairing the wound. Sentinel lymph node biopsy involves locating the first draining lymph node using tracers or dyes, and taking a small number of nodules for pathological evaluation of micrometastasis. Postoperative monitoring of the wound and drainage, with attention to bleeding, infection, and seroma; pathological results are used for staging and subsequent treatment discussions. The above is general health information, not medical advice; specific details depend on specialist evaluation and hospital protocols.
What is Wide Excision + Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy?
Wide excision is performed under general or regional anesthesia, excising the primary skin tumor according to the principle of safe margins and repairing the wound. Sentinel lymph node biopsy involves locating the first draining lymph node using tracers or dyes, and taking a small number of nodules for pathological evaluation of micrometastasis. Postoperative monitoring of the wound and drainage, with attention to bleeding, infection, and seroma; pathological results are used for staging and subsequent treatment discussions. The above is general health information, not medical advice; specific details depend on specialist evaluation and hospital protocols.
How is Wide Excision + Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy performed?
Step 1
How Wide Excision + Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy is performed
Wide excision is performed under general or regional anesthesia, excising the primary skin tumor according to the principle of safe margins and repairing the wound. Sentinel lymph node biopsy involves locating the first draining lymph node using tracers or dyes, and taking a small number of nodules for pathological evaluation of micrometastasis. Postoperative monitoring of the wound and drainage, with attention to bleeding, infection, and seroma; pathological results are used for staging and subsequent treatment discussions. The above is general health information, not medical advice; specific details depend on specialist evaluation and hospital protocols.
Recovery process
Step 1
Recovery and stay
Including preoperative staging evaluation, surgery, and postoperative follow-up, it is generally recommended to stay for 2–4 weeks, subject to the hospital schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get started?⌄
Submit a free evaluation request with your diagnosis and records. The team reviews your case and suggests suitable next steps.
Do I need a visa to travel to China for treatment?⌄
Many patients do. We can help explain what documents are normally needed for treatment travel planning.
Will there be a language barrier?⌄
Medical interpretation can be arranged for consultations and treatment visits.
How much does treatment cost?⌄
Costs depend on the procedure, hospital, and treatment pathway. A practical estimate is provided before travel.
What happens after I return home?⌄
We can help coordinate remote follow-up and keep communication open with your care team.