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The relationship between lymphedema severity and awareness of lymphedema surgery

Archives of Plastic Surgery, 2021
Background During the early stages of lymphedema, active physiologic surgical treatment can be applied. However, lymphedema patients often have limited knowledge and misconceptions regarding lymphedema and surgical treatment. We analyzed the correlations
Hyun Seung Lee, Yong Chan Bae, Su Bong Nam, Chang Ryul Yi, Jin A Yoon, Joo Hyoung Kim   +5 more
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Measurement Tools for Radiation‐Induced Fibrosis in Head and Neck Cancer: A Systematic Review

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Radiation‐induced fibrosis is a common, often debilitating late effect of head and neck cancer (HNC) treatment. An updated systematic review is needed to evaluate the reliability, validity, and clinical utility of fibrosis measurement tools.
Vanessa Helou, Pooja D. Reddy, Purva H. Rumde, Mary L. Klem, Sagar G. Kansara, Oldrich Virag, Yvonne M. Mowery, Nicole N. Scheff, Matthew E. Spector, Shaum Sridharan, Marci L. Nilsen, Kevin J. Contrera   +11 more
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Complex Decongestive Therapy for Lower Extremity Lymphedema: Results from a Tertiary Care Center [PDF]

Objective: Complex decongestive therapy (CDT) is the gold standard of lymphedema treatment. In this retrospective study, we aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of CDT in patients with lower extremity lymphedema.
Ezgi Yıldız Güvercin, Benil Nesli Ata, Sibel Eyigör, Ece Çınar   +3 more
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Prevalence and rognostic Significance of Secondary Lymphedema Following Breast Cancer [PDF]

, 2011
Background: The adverse consequences of lymphedema following breast cancer in relation to physical function and quality of life are clear; however, its potential relationship with survival has not been investigated.
Di Sipio, Tracey, Bashford, John, Tracey Di Sipio, Christobel Saunders, Rye, Sheree, Battistutta, Diana, Hayes, Sandi, Chris Pyke, Pyke, Chris, Diana Battistutta, Sheree Rye, DiSipio, Tracey, Alejandro Lopez, J, Sandi Hayes, Beth Newman, John Bashford, Lopez, J. Alejandro, Saunders, Christobel, Newman, Beth, Sipio, Tracey, Lopez, Alejandro, J. Alejandro López   +21 more
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Lymphedema praecox

Dermatology Online Journal, 2009
A 57-year-old man presented with the post-pubertal onset of asymptomatic swelling of the left arm and legs that had been complicated by recurrent bouts of cellulitis. The presentation and disease course are consistent with lymphedema praecox, which is a subtype of primary lymphedema with onset at puberty and a slowly progressive course. The subtypes of
Rizzo, Carina, Gruson, Lisa M, Wainwright, Brent D   +2 more
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Submental Approach Robotic‐Assisted Neck Dissection (SARAND) for Minimally Invasive Bilateral Neck Dissection: A Feasibility Cadaver Dissection Study

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Following promising initial results of the robotic‐assisted extended “Sistrunk” approach (RESA) that uses a submental incision to hypopharyngeal and laryngeal tumors, bypassing the base of tongue, we report its further development: submental approach robotic‐assisted neck dissection (SARAND), intended to enable bilateral neck ...
Bartosz P. Wojtera, Karma Lambercy, Avinash Beharry, Ka Hei Suen, Markus Rheinwald, Christian Simon   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Primary Lymphedema: Anatomically Isolated or a Pervasive Systemic Disorder?

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open
Background:. Primary lymphedema, a condition characterized by impaired lymphatic function, has long remained underexplored. Current diagnostic approaches rely on clinical history and genetic testing, yet the genetic underpinnings remain elusive in many ...
Wei F. Chen, MD, FACS, Christopher Jou, MD, Sonia K. Pandey, MD, Shih-Lun Lo, MD   +3 more
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Diagnostic Accuracy of Lymphoscintigraphy for Lymphedema and Analysis of False-Negative Tests

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open, 2017
Background:. Lymphedema is the chronic enlargement of tissue due to inadequate lymphatic function. Diagnosis is made by history and physical examination and confirmed with lymphoscintigraphy.
Aladdin H. Hassanein, MD, MMSc, Reid A. Maclellan, MD, MMSc, Frederick D. Grant, MD, Arin K. Greene, MD, MMSc   +3 more
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Twelve‐Month Outcomes of a Preventive Dysphagia Intervention in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer—A Randomized Study

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Radiation‐associated dysphagia is common after radiotherapy for head and neck cancer and may occur early or years later. The effect of preventive exercises might be undermined by poor adherence. Aim To evaluate the effect of a simple preventive exercise protocol on swallowing function up to 12 months after radiotherapy.
Kerstin Petersson, Signe Rödseth Smith, Charlotte Johansson‐Malmeling, Caterina Finizia, Lisa Tuomi   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Living with lymphoedema in Ireland: a mixed methods exploration of patient and service provider perspectives [PDF]

, 2010
Lymphoedema is a chronic condition characterised by swelling. It results from impairment of the lymphatic system following cancer treatment, congenital malformation or other medical conditions.
Murray, Maeve
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