Focused review: postmastectomy lymphedema.
Upper extremity lymphedema is a relatively frequent complication following the management of breast cancer. This focused review of the pathophysiology, complications, and various treatment options now available for its management will allow physiatrists and other practitioners to better understand this condition and thereby serve as a resource for patients and other physicians.
Brennan
M J
MJ
Rehabilitation Center of Fairfield County, Bridgeport CT 06610, USA.
DePompolo
R W
RW
Garden
F H
FH
D001132:Arm; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008209:Lymphedema / Q000209:etiology* / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D008408:Mastectomy / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D010810:Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine / Q000193:education / Q000379:methods*