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Biopsy of Lymph Node

Preparation:
Dependent upon type of anaesthetic to be used

Procedure:
An incision over the lymph node followed by removal of the gland. A drain may be inserted if the node is large.

Anaesthetic:
Local anaesthetic for easily palpable superficial nodes, otherwise general anaesthesia

Post Op:
Usually Day Case

OPC Code:
T8700 

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