Recent progress in the treatment and prevention of cancer-related lymphedema.
CA Cancer J Clin
; 65(1): 55-81, 2015.
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ABSTRACT
This article provides an overview of the recent developments in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer-related lymphedema. Lymphedema incidence by tumor site is evaluated. Measurement techniques and trends in patient education and treatment are also summarized to include current trends in therapeutic and surgical treatment options as well as longer-term management. Finally, an overview of the policies related to insurance coverage and reimbursement will give the clinician an overview of important trends in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancer-related lymphedema.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Biópsia de Linfonodo Sentinela
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Excisão de Linfonodo
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Linfedema
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Neoplasias
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
Limite:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
CA Cancer J Clin
Ano de publicação:
2015
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Article