RT Book, Section
A1 Hettrick, Heather
A2 McCulloch, Joseph M.
A2 Kloth, Luther C.
SR Print(0)
ID 1184832073
T1 Lymphedema Complicating Healing
T2 Wound Healing Evidence-Based Management, 4e
YR 2010
FD 2010
PB McGraw-Hill Education
PP New York, NY
SN 9780803619043
LK fadavispt.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1184832073
RD 2024/04/19
AB Lymphedema  is  a  chronic,  incurable  condition  that  is  characterized  by  an  abnormal  collection  of  fluid  owing  to  an  anatomical  alteration  of  the  lymphatic  system.1  Throughout  the  world,  it  is  estimated  that  one  person  in  30  is  afflicted  with  lymphedema.2  Lymphedema  can  lead  to  significant  impairments  in  function,  integumentary  disorders,  pain,  and  psychological  issues.  Appropriate  identification  of  this  disease  can  allow  intervention  and  improve  functional  and  aesthetic  outcomes  and  patient  quality  of  life.  This  chapter  will  describe  the  function  of  the  lymphatic  system  and  the  etiologies  of  lymphedema.  Examination,  intervention,  and  preventive  measures  will  be  discussed,  as  well  as  impairments  associated  with  lymphedema,  including  loss  and  restoration  of  function  and  other  complications  involving  the  integument.