Lymphedema Management (eBook)

<p><strong>FIVE STARS from Doody's Star Ratings™</strong></p><p>This essential guide encompasses the core principles of Manual Lymph Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy for a wide range of pathologies across the age continuum. Key elements from the prior edition are incorporated, such as color-coded sections for anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Advances in the field are reflected in expanded chapters and efficacy meta-analyses, updates on genetics, refinements in manual compression, and new insights on fat disorders and edema.</p><p><strong>Key highlights in fourth edition</strong></p><ul><li>More than 140 new color images, over 30 new tables, and updated ICD-10 codes</li><li>Expanded discussion of lipedema and related conditions such as Dercum's and Madelung's diseases</li><li>Surgical approaches such as vascularized lymph node transfer, anastomosis and bypass techniques, suction assisted protein lipectomy, and combined and staged lymphedema operations</li><li>Wound care options for edema and advanced venous disease</li><li>Integration of conventional therapies and techniques in collaboration with surgeons who perform specialized lymphatic procedures</li><li>Tips and guidance for growing numbers of home care focused practitioners who encounter lymphedema and related edemas in patients</li><li>Management of garments including fit, functionality, and patient independence</li><li>Rare pediatric syndromes and adaption of CDT for children</li><li>Expanded discussion of sequential intermittent pneumatic compression including contraindications and usages in lymphedema management</li></ul><p>This is a must-have resource on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of lymphedema and lymphatic insufficiency. Its unique practicality will enable educators to teach techniques and clinicians to adeptly incorporate a wide range of treatment strategies into practice.</p>