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Evidence-Based Assessment and Outcomes Following Lymphedema Treatment

Key Points Complete decongestive therapy remains the only lymphedema treatment that is supported at the highest level of evidence. Health-related quality of life (QOL) is a multidimensional construct that encompasses physical, functional, emotional, and social well-being parameters. A variety of…

Lymphedema Risk Reduction and Management

Key Points Lymphedema is more than mechanical insufficiency due to reduced transport capacity. Lymphedema is an inflammatory edema associated with an increase in the adipose content of the subcutaneous layer and interstitial fibrosis. Complete decongestive therapy is an accepted and…

Clinical Evaluation of Lymphedema

Key Points The clinician’s role in lymphedema treatment and management is to provide the best diagnosis, treatment plan, and advice as to what will be the most appropriate approach; taking into consideration the stage and severity of lymphedema together with…