Terminology Check:
Brush Up on These Familiar Neck Dissection Terms
Published on Fri Feb 27, 2015
Understanding anatomy always helps you code more accurately. Because neck dissections can involve a wide range of anatomic structures, you’ll better understand your surgeon’s service if you keep these key terms in mind. Lymph node: A knot or swelling at various spots along the circulation of the lymph system; the lymph system to maintain fluid balance by returning fluid [...]