title: [Supporting lymphedema patients by working together among different job categories].
abstract: Therapeutic methods and preventive education related to lymphedema are beginning to attract attention as a result of revisions to the associated medical treatment fees. Currently, fees for guidance on the prevention of lymphedema and the payment of medical expenses for compression garments after the onset of lymphedema are covered by insurance. However, complex treatments are not covered, and the response to the onset of lymphedema differs according to the treatment facility. Patients who develop lymphedema have to contend with it for long periods of time. In addition, the difference in the response noted between facilities delays the start of treatment and hampers continued treatment. Multidisciplinary collaboration is essential for patients to continue treatment without difficulty and face lymphedema with confidence. This study describes multidisciplinary collaboration methods to assist lymphedema patients as well as challenges for the future treatment of this disease.
authors: National Cancer Center Nursing Office.
authors: Makiko
authors: M
authors: Suzuki
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008209:Lymphedema / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000191:economics / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D013727:Terminal Care