The association between extent of lymphadenectomy and survival among patients with lymph node metastases undergoing radical cystectomy

Abstract

An increased number of lymph nodes removed at the time of cystectomy was associated with improved survival in patients with lymph node-positive bladder cancer. Improved survival was observed at a lower lymph node density threshold than previously reported. The current findings support performing a more extensive lymphadenectomy at the time of cystectomy.