While removing a cancerous testis, the surgeon inadvertently allowed fluid from the testis to flow over the incised skin of the scrotum. The surgeon should:
A) not be concerned about this accident.
B) be concerned about a potential spread of the cancer to the superficial inguinal lymph nodes.
C) be concerned about the potential spread of the cancer to lumbar lymph nodes.
D) be concerned about the potential spread of the cancer to perineal lymph nodes.
E) be concerned about the potential spread of the cancer to penile lymph nodes.
Ans: B
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