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Excisional surgery for chronic advanced lymphedema.

Dong-Ik Kim1, Se-Ho Huh, Ji-Hye Hwang

  • 1Division of Vascular Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 50 Irwon-Dong, Kangnam-Ku, Seoul 135-710, Korea.

Surgery Today
|January 28, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Excisional surgery shows promise for advanced lymphedema, significantly improving limb function and reducing infections. However, consistent postoperative physiotherapy is crucial for sustained positive outcomes in lymphedema management.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Lymphedema Management
  • Microsurgery

Background:

  • Chronic advanced lymphedema presents significant challenges in limb size, function, and infection risk.
  • Current treatment options for advanced lymphedema often have limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of excisional surgery for chronic advanced lymphedema.
  • To assess the impact of surgery on extremity size, limb function, and lymphangitis frequency.
  • To determine the necessity of postoperative care in maintaining surgical benefits.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of 20 patients (24 legs) with stage III/IV chronic lymphedema.
  • Excisional surgery performed between August 1997 and December 2001.
  • Follow-up duration averaged 17.8 months, with varying levels of postoperative physiotherapy.

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Main Results:

  • Clinical improvement observed in 18 of 24 extremities following excisional surgery.
  • All improved extremities received regular postoperative physiotherapy.
  • Lymphedema recurrence occurred in six extremities, with four of these not receiving consistent physiotherapy.

Conclusions:

  • Excisional surgical therapy is a viable option for chronic advanced lymphedema.
  • Postoperative physiotherapy is essential for long-term success and preventing recurrence.
  • Integrating physiotherapy post-surgery maximizes the benefits of excisional treatment for lymphedema.