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Effect of body mass index on postoperative lymphedema after breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. [PDF]

open access: yesDiscov Oncol
Zhang W   +9 more
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Complex decongestive therapy combined with needle electrode stimulation facilitates postoperative rehabilitation of lymphedema. [PDF]

open access: yesJ Vasc Surg Venous Lymphat Disord
Wu Q   +8 more
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Lymphedema

Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, 2014
Lymphedema is the chronic, progressive swelling of tissue due to inadequate lymphatic function. Over time, protein-rich fluid accumulates in the tissue, causing it to enlarge. Lymphedema is a specific disease and should not be used as a generic term for an enlarged extremity. The diagnosis is made by evaluating the history and physical examination, and
Reid A, Maclellan, Arin K, Greene
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Lymphedema

Clinics in Plastic Surgery, 1987
Despite our improved knowledge of the lymphatic system, lymphedema remains an incurable disease. Its pathogenesis is still poorly understood, but fortunately the majority of patients can be satisfactorily managed by conservative means. Surgical intervention is offered only in cases of refractory disease and does not offer a surgical cure.
M R, Kobayashi, T A, Miller
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Lymphedema management

Seminars in Radiation Oncology, 2003
Lymphedema, defined as the abnormal accumulation of protein rich fluid dysfunction of the lymphatic system, is a common sequela of cancer therapy. The incidence is highest among patients who have undergone resection and irradiation of a lymph node bed.
Andrea L, Cheville   +5 more
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Lymphedema

Clinics in Podiatry, 1984
Lymphedema is swelling that results from the accumulation of lymph due to a malformation or obstruction of the lymphatic system. Once other causes (cardiac, renal, and hepatic) of lower extremity edema have been ruled out, categorization into primary and secondary lymphedema is undertaken.
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Lymphedema tarda

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 1977
The clinical recognition and evaluation of congenital lymphedema of the lower extremities with abrupt onset in a 51-year-old man are reviewed. A rational, systematic approach is outlined and exemplifies the use of an interdisciplinary effort to achieve accurate diagnosis through readily available diagnostic procedures.
J, Segal, A F, Turner
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