Lymphedema Diagnosis and Treatment /

• Main Authors: Tretbar, Lawrence L. (Author), Morgan, Cheryl L. (Author), Lee, Byung-Boong (Author), Simonian, Simon J. (Author), Blondeau, Benoit (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: London : Springer London, 2008.
• Subjects: Medicine.; Dermatology.; Radiology.; Oncology.; Primary care (Medicine).; Vascular surgery.; Physiotherapy.; Medicine & Public Health.; Vascular Surgery.; Imaging / Radiology.; Primary Care Medicine.

A comprehensive and evidence-based introduction to the sometimes neglected area of lymphology, this book is directed at the interdisciplinary field of health professionals who come into contact with lymphedema, to raise awareness about its diagnosis and treatment. The book describes the unique anato...

Table of Contents:

• Structure and Function of the Lymphatic System
• Differential Diagnosis of Lymphedema
• Classification and Staging of Lymphedema
• Lymphatic Malformation
• Medical Management of Lymphedema
• Surgical Management of Lymphedema
• Chronic Lymphovenous Disease.