The Risk of Lymphedema in Elective Hand Surgery After Axillary Lymph Node Sampling: A Prospective, Cohort Study

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Authors

Susan M. Odum · Atrium Medical Cente

Casey M. Sabbag · Brooke Army Medical Center

Warren C. Hammert · University of Rochester

Daniel R. Lewis · OrthoCarolina

Bryan J. Loeffler · OrthoCarolina

Christopher Chadderdon · OrthoCarolina

Kevin C. Chung ·

Abstract

Surgery in patients with a history of breast cancer with lymph node sampling appears to be equally safe with or without the use of a tourniquet and carries a low rate of overall complications, including exacerbation of their lymphedema.

Topics & Keywords

Lymphatic System and Diseases Male Breast Health Studies Breast Cancer Treatment Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Hand

DOI: 10.1177/15589447261428585

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