There are a number of groups of inguinal lymph nodes. All are located in the groin area -- the place where your thigh meets your body.
The CPT code for superficial needle biopsy of inguinal lymph node is 38505.
axillry, inguinal, cervical, and mediastinal
Use CPT 38505 for superficial needle biopsy of lymph nodes.
What: The inguinal triangle, also called Hesselbach’s Triangle after Franz Caspar Hesselbach who first described the region, is a triangular region of potential weakness located on the inferoanterior (lower front) abdominal wall.Importance: The inguinal triangle is used to define inguinal hernias, as the triangle contains the medial inguinal fossa, a depression through which inguinal hernias bulge through the abdominal wall.Location: its medial border is formed the Rectus abdominis; the lateral border by the Inferior epigastric vessels; and the inferior border by the inguinal ligament (also called the Poupart’s ligament). The borders can easily be remembered using the mnemonic RIP.Contents: Structures that lay within the triangle include the Lacunar and Cooper’s ligaments as well as the Ductus deferens.
The CPT code for an open deep biopsy of an inguinal lymph node is typically 38900. This code is used for excisional biopsy procedures involving lymph nodes in the groin area. However, it's essential to verify the coding with the latest guidelines or a coding specialist, as codes can be updated or vary based on specific circumstances.
Yes, an inguinal hernia through Hesselach's triangle (or the inguinal triangle) is a direct inguinal hernia. An indirect inguinal hernia goes through the deep inguinal ring and continues through the inguinal canal.
Inguinal region
The suffix for "inguinal" is "-al", which indicates a relationship to or pertinence with the inguinal area, referring to the groin.
A lymphocele of the inguinal canal is a fluid-filled cavity that forms in the inguinal region, typically due to the accumulation of lymphatic fluid. This condition often arises after surgical procedures like hernia repairs or lymph node dissection, where lymphatic channels may be disrupted. Lymphoceles can cause swelling, discomfort, and may sometimes lead to infection if not properly managed. Treatment may involve observation, aspiration of the fluid, or surgical intervention if necessary.
Inguinal
Open inguinal herniorrhaphy
An abdominal ring is either of the two openings in the abdominal muscle wall allowing the inguinal canal to pass through.