How to use the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health as a reference system for comparative evaluation and standardized reporting of rehabilitation interventions [PDF]
Rehabilitation aims to optimize functioning of persons experiencing functioning limitations. As such the comparative evaluation of rehabilitation interventions relies on the analysis of the differences between the change in patient functioning after a ...
Cleeland CS+4 more
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A 37‐year retrospective analysis has revealed an exceptionally high rate of angiosarcoma of the scalp in Okinawa, Japan. This study represents the first identification of Okinawa as a hotspot for this rare cancer, the epidemiology of which has been insufficiently studied.
Aoi Ohira+7 more
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Elephantiasis nostras verrucosa: an atypical presentation following intrapelvic lymphoma [PDF]
Elephantiasis nostras verrucosa is a progressively debilitating and disfiguring disease commonly presenting with verrucous, cobblestone-like papules, nodules, or plaques with nonpitting edema in the lower extremities.
Dahle, Sara E+3 more
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Acute Traumatic Lymphedema without Tissue Injury Detected by Lymphoscintigraphy
Lymphedema is an important disease that causes regional swelling. Although it is not life threatening, it significantly affects the physical and psychological status of the patient.
Seung Min Kang+2 more
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Breast cancer-related lymphedema: A literature review for clinical practice [PDF]
Lymphedema is the swelling of soft tissues as a result of the accumulation of protein-rich fluid in extracellular spaces. Secondary lymphedema is precipitated by an event causing blockage or interruption of the lymphatic vessels.
Armer, Jane M.+3 more
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Rosacea in childhood and adolescence: A review
Summary Despite presenting with similar symptoms, triggers, and progression patterns as adults, rosacea in children and adolescents is frequently overlooked as a primary differential diagnosis. However, initial manifestations of classic clinical types can be observed from infancy onwards.
Sören Korsing+4 more
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Decision Regret About Treatment Amongst Women With Early Breast Cancer: An Integrative Review
ABSTRACT Aims To synthesise evidence on decision regret about treatment amongst women with early breast cancer, including (1) the type of treatment related to decision regret, (2) the level of decision regret, and (3) factors associated with decision regret. Design Integrative review.
Jing Liu+4 more
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Surgical management of lymphedema: a review of current literature.
Lymphedema may be characterized by a progressive clinical course and limitations in improvement despite multi-modality treatment. In westernized countries, it most commonly presents as an undesirable complication of cancer treatment, particularly breast ...
K. Park+6 more
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Relationship of the number and size of superficial groin lymph nodes with the stage of secondary lymphatic edema [PDF]
PURPOSE: This study evaluated the relationships of the size and number of superficial groin lymph nodes with the lower limb lymphedema stage and thus examined the role of superficial lymphatic lymph nodes in secondary lymphedema development.
Hiramatsu, Yuji+4 more
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Technical Tips for Anastomosis of 0.2-mm Diameter Vessels during Lymphatic Venous Anastomosis
Hirofumi Imai, MD+8 more
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