Nele Devoogdt, Tessa De Vrieze, An-Kathleen Heroes, Beate Bechter-Hugl, Steffen Fieuws, Lode Godderis, Katarina Segers, Geert Maleux, Thierry Deltombe, Jacqueline Frippiat, Maxime Servaes, Aline Berners, Philippe Fosseprez, Bruno Krug, Francoise Kayser, Ana Falticeanu, Caren Randon, Chris Monten, Koen Van Landuyt, Bernard De Pypere, Liesl Degraeve, Tina Decorte, Mieke De Schryver, Vickie Van Besien, Daniel Devos, Sinikka Suominen, Jaume Masia Ayala, Gemma Pons, Inge Fourneau, Sarah Thomis
INTRODUCTION: Lymphoedema is a chronic condition caused by lymphatic insufficiency. It leads to swelling of the limb/midline region and an increased risk of infection. Lymphoedema is often associated with mental and physical problems limiting quality of life. The first choice of treatment is a conservative treatment, consisting of exercises, skin care, lymph drainage and compression. Reconstructive lymphatic surgery is also often performed, that is, lymphovenous anastomoses, lymph node transfer or a combination...
May 10, 2024: BMJ Open