title: The unilateral swollen lower limb: etiology, investigation, and management.
abstract: The swollen lower limb, a common finding in routine clinical practice, is clinically challenging. The cause underlying this problem is often multifactorial, and its management may involve different specialties. It is important, though difficult, to avoid unnecessary and expensive investigations. The aim of this article is to provide an overview of the management of this problem by addressing the common causes, methods of assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic options.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, West Cumberland Hospital, North Cumbria Acute Trust, Whitehaven, Cumbria, UK.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Easterbrook
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Walker