The lymphatic system is a vital part of the circulatory and immune systems, and plays an
important role in homeostasis by controlling extracellular fluid volume and in combating …

Lymphedema is a localized form of tissue swelling resulting from excessive retention of
lymphatic fluid in the interstitial compartment. It is caused by impaired lymphatic drainage …

Improved medical care has resulted in a documented increase in cancer survivors in the
United States. Cancer survivors face challenges in participation across all facets of life as a …

Background Approximately 14 million persons living in areas endemic for lymphatic filariasis
have lymphedema of the leg. Clinical studies indicate that repeated episodes of bacterial …

Lymphedema is a debilitating chronic disease that mostly develops as an adverse reaction
to cancer treatment modalities such as chemotherapy, surgery, and radiotherapy …

Secondary lymphedema is a chronic and incurable disease lacking satisfactory therapeutic
drugs. It primarily results from lymphatic vessel dysfunction resulting from factors such as …

[Purpose] This study evaluated the functional ability and kinesthetic sense of the hands of
women with breast cancer-related lymphedema.[Subjects and Methods] Fifty-seven women …

Objective Our goal was to conduct the item generation and piloting phases of a new
discriminative and evaluative tool for pediatric post-thrombotic syndrome. Methods We …

A 68‐year‐old man without complications following his first dose of Sinopharm (BBIBP‐
CorV) COVID‐19 vaccine developed left foot and ankle edema, extending to his left leg 3 …

Lymphedema is a distressing consequence of breast cancer treatment affecting the patient
in all domains of quality of life. Early identification and diagnosis are key to preventing long …