Lymphedema of the limb - An overview of treatment options Journal Article
| Authors: | Tunkel, R. S.; Lachmann, E. |
| Article Title: | Lymphedema of the limb - An overview of treatment options |
| Abstract: | Lymphedema, a chronic condition with no known cure, can have a profound physical and psychological impact in affected patients. The optimal form of treatment is a matter of controversy. Drs Tunkel and Lachmann shed light on causes of this condition and some of the palliative therapies that may help minimize complications and discomfort. |
| Keywords: | pathophysiology; breast-cancer; postmastectomy; lymphatic-system |
| Journal Title: | Postgraduate Medicine |
| Volume: | 104 |
| Issue: | 4 |
| ISSN: | 0032-5481 |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Group |
| Date Published: | 1998-10-01 |
| Start Page: | 131 |
| End Page: | 134 |
| Language: | English |
| ACCESSION: | WOS:000076417600015 |
| PROVIDER: | wos |
| PUBMED: | 9793560 |
| DOI: | 10.3810/pgm.1998.10.450 |
| Notes: | Article -- Source: Wos |
