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Lymphangioplasty: a ten year evaluation.

D Silver, C L Puckett

    Surgery
    |December 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Multifilament Teflon wick lymphangioplasty effectively reduced lymphedema in 16 patients. This safe surgical option provided lasting subjective and objective improvements, offering a valuable management strategy for severe cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Surgery
    • Lymphedema Management

    Background:

    • Lymphedema, a chronic condition causing swelling, significantly impacts patient quality of life.
    • Refractory cases of primary and secondary lymphedema often require advanced treatment modalities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of multifilament Teflon wick lymphangioplasty for refractory lymphedema.
    • To assess the long-term outcomes of this surgical intervention.

    Main Methods:

    • A cohort of 16 patients with refractory lymphedema underwent multifilament Teflon wick lymphangioplasty.
    • Outcomes including objective and subjective improvements, duration of benefit, and complications were monitored over a 10-year period.

    Main Results:

    • No operative deaths or complications were recorded.
    • All patients experienced initial edema reduction, with objective improvements lasting 6 months to 5 years (average 13 months).
    • Subjective improvements were observed for up to 7 years.

    Conclusions:

    • Multifilament Teflon wick lymphangioplasty is a simple, safe procedure for managing incapacitating lymphedema.
    • It offers significant, durable periods of edema and cellulitis control, comparable to other surgical methods.
    • This technique is a viable consideration for patients with refractory lymphedema, particularly those with limited life expectancy.

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