Lymphedema

Written and edited by global opinion leaders in the area of lymphedema treatment, Lymphedema: Complete Medical and Surgical Management, 2nd Edition, provides state-of-the-art, comprehensive guidance on this increasingly common condition. Now fully up to date, this practical resource covers anatomy, physiology, lymphangiogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and management strategies , including surgical, conservative and pharmacologic therapy; as well as research and future directions. Abundantly illustrated throughout and featuring numerous videos online, it’s your one-stop reference for improving outcomes for patients with various types of lymphedema. Contains evidence-based guidance on conservative treatment options , as well as surgical and prophylactic treatments of lymphedema Covers key topics such as chronic lymphedema management, head and neck lymphedema, oncology-related lymphedema, obesity-induced lymphedema, pediatric lymphedema, lymphedema biomarkers, imaging in lymphedema, lymphatic grafting, robotic surgery in lymphedema, artificial intelligence in lymphedema care, and many more Features more than 500 full-color photographs and numerous surgical videos for exceptional visual guidance Includes a section devoted to multidisciplinary approaches and expected outcomes Covers special topics such as psychological and dermatological implications, filariasis, combined lymphatic and venous failure, mixed vascular and lymphatic malformation, alongside other relevant conditions Provides an introduction to Brain Lymphatics and the possible place of lymphatic surgery in the treatment of neuro-degenerative disease Shares the knowledge and expertise of international leaders in the field: Drs. Peter C. Neligan, Jaume Masià, Neill Piller, and Joon Pio Hong An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud