AB008. SOH23ABS_105. Selective lateral pelvic lymph node dissection in rectal cancer: when & why?

Background: The incidence of lateral pelvic sidewall involvement in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) imaging of rectal cancer is estimated to be 12%. Lateral pelvic lymph nodes are associated with local recurrence and poor overall survival. This video presentation discusses the relevant literature and displays the surgical approach to selective lateral pelvic lymph node dissection.