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Lymphedema (Seminars in pediatric surgery)

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Lymphedema (Seminars in pediatric surgery)
Abstract
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 history and physical examination, and confirmed with lymphoscintigraphy. Intervention includes patient education, compression, and rarely, surgery. Patients are advised to exercise, maintain a normal body mass index, and moisturize / protect the diseased limb from incidental trauma. Conservative management consists of compression regimens. Operative interventions either attempt to address the underlying lymphatic anomaly or the excess tissue. Lymphatic-venous anastomosis and lymph node transfer attempt to create new lymphatic connections to improve lymph flow. Suction-assisted lipectomy and cutaneous excision reduce the size of the area by removing fibroadipose hypertrophy.
Publication
Seminars in Pediatric Surgery
Volume
29
Issue
5
Pages
150972
Date
2020-10
Journal Abbr
Semin Pediatr Surg
Language
eng
ISSN
1532-9453
Library Catalog
PubMed
Citation
Greene, A. K., Sudduth, C. L., & Taghinia, A. (2020). Lymphedema (Seminars in pediatric surgery). Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, 29(5), 150972. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sempedsurg.2020.150972
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