Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Assessing Body Temperature - Axilla01:14

Assessing Body Temperature - Axilla

1.8K
Procedural Guide for Assessing Axillary Body Temperature using a Digital Thermometer:
Step 1: Perform hand hygiene and put on clean gloves to maintain infection control and prevent cross-contamination.
Step 2: Prepare the patient by explaining the procedure to ensure understanding and cooperation. Ensure privacy, expose the axilla, and inform the patient that minimal movement is crucial for an accurate reading.
Step 3: Adjust the patient’s clothing to expose only the axilla. It minimizes...
1.8K
Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles01:30

Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles

1.8K
A thorough assessment of respiratory health is paramount in clinical settings to identify and manage respiratory distress and ensure adequate oxygenation. This article elaborates on the critical aspects of respiratory evaluation, including airway assessment, skin color examination, and the observation of accessory muscle use, which are integral to effectively diagnosing and managing patients with respiratory conditions.
Introduction
The initial evaluation of a patient's respiratory system...
1.8K
Assessment of Respiration01:23

Assessment of Respiration

2.3K
The respiratory system's basic structures and primary functions lay the foundation for nurses' comprehensive respiratory assessments. This assessment includes subjective and objective data to gauge the patient's respiratory health.
Subjective Assessment: Nurses interview the patient to gather information directly during the subjective assessment. It includes questions about the individual's medical history, medications, and symptoms, focusing on past respiratory conditions like...
2.3K
Assessment of the Cardiovascular System I: Subjective Data01:23

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System I: Subjective Data

997
A thorough health history and physical assessment are essential for identifying cardiovascular disease (CVD) symptoms and distinguishing them from other health issues.
Initial Enquiry
Ask the patient about their primary concern and thoroughly explore all reported symptoms.
Medical History
Investigate past illnesses affecting the cardiovascular system, such as angina, anemia, rheumatic fever, congenital heart disease, stroke, thrombophlebitis, dysrhythmias, varicosities
Inquire about symptoms...
997
Assessment of the Cardiovascular System III: Palpation01:27

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System III: Palpation

1.5K
Palpation involves feeling the body to evaluate texture, size, consistency, and tenderness for assessing cardiovascular health. The following steps are organized in a head-to-toe order:
Jugular Venous Pressure (JVP) Measurement
Position the patient at a thirty- to forty-five-degree angle or in a semi-fowler's position. Look for the highest point of pulsation in the internal jugular vein and measure the vertical distance to the angle of Loius or sternal angle. A normal JVP is 3-4 cm above...
1.5K
Assessment of the Cardiovascular System II: Inspection01:29

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System II: Inspection

1.1K
Inspection is the initial step in assessing the cardiovascular system. It involves a detailed visual examination that provides crucial information about a patient's circulatory and cardiac health. This systematic process, conducted from head to toe, helps identify signs of cardiovascular conditions by observing physical appearance, skin and mucous membranes, jugular and carotid pulsations, chest symmetry, and the condition of the extremities.
Head and Neck
1.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Glycosyltransferases as Oncogenic Drivers: Lessons from Cancer Genome Mining.

DNA and cell biology·2026
Same author

Safety of the use of an absorbable implant in breast-conserving surgery followed by radiotherapy: preplanned interim results from a prospective study.

Updates in surgery·2026
Same author

Mining cancer genomes for copy number alterations identifies glycosylation enzymes as oncogenic drivers.

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America·2026
Same author

Siamese Twins: The Multimodular Mechanisms of Golgi Maturation and Glycan Synthesis Are Coupled at Their Core.

Sub-cellular biochemistry·2026
Same author

Breast Tumor Blood Flow, Disease Progression, and Treatment Response: The Role of Exercise.

Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.)·2026
Same author

Evaluation of clinical examination, ultrasonography, mammography, and magnetic resonance imaging for detection of axillary metastases in overweight and obese women with early-stage breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Radiologia brasileira·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 23, 2026

Author Spotlight: Self-Assessment Protocol for Predicting Psoriatic Arthritis in Psoriasis Patients
02:28

Author Spotlight: Self-Assessment Protocol for Predicting Psoriatic Arthritis in Psoriasis Patients

Published on: March 1, 2024

1.1K

Axillary web syndrome self-assessment questionnaire: Initial development and validation.

Luiz Felipe Nevola Teixeira1, Paolo Veronesi2, Visnu Lohsiriwat3

  • 1Physiotherapy Department, European Institute of Oncology, Via Ripamonti 435, 20141, Milan, Italy.

Breast (Edinburgh, Scotland)
|September 29, 2014
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

A new screening questionnaire for axillary web syndrome (AWS) shows high accuracy in identifying the condition after breast cancer surgery. This tool aids in early diagnosis and patient education, improving outcomes and quality of life.

Keywords:
Breast neoplasmsBreast reconstructionLymph node dissectionPhysiotherapyRehabilitation

More Related Videos

Development of a Virtual Reality Assessment of Everyday Living Skills
10:32

Development of a Virtual Reality Assessment of Everyday Living Skills

Published on: April 23, 2014

20.2K
Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Hyperscanning Study in Psychological Counseling
06:04

Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Hyperscanning Study in Psychological Counseling

Published on: January 17, 2025

1.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 23, 2026

Author Spotlight: Self-Assessment Protocol for Predicting Psoriatic Arthritis in Psoriasis Patients
02:28

Author Spotlight: Self-Assessment Protocol for Predicting Psoriatic Arthritis in Psoriasis Patients

Published on: March 1, 2024

1.1K
Development of a Virtual Reality Assessment of Everyday Living Skills
10:32

Development of a Virtual Reality Assessment of Everyday Living Skills

Published on: April 23, 2014

20.2K
Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Hyperscanning Study in Psychological Counseling
06:04

Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Hyperscanning Study in Psychological Counseling

Published on: January 17, 2025

1.7K

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Breast cancer surgery can result in post-surgical sequelae, including axillary web syndrome (AWS).
  • AWS can cause significant disability, reduced arm mobility, and diminished quality of life.
  • Limited literature exists on AWS assessment, often leading to underdiagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a screening tool, the Screening Test AWS (ST-AWS) questionnaire, for early detection of axillary web syndrome.
  • To improve diagnosis and patient education regarding AWS following breast cancer surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study was conducted from October to December 2012.
  • Patients undergoing sentinel lymph node biopsy and/or axillary dissection were recruited.
  • Physical examination served as the gold standard for AWS diagnosis.

Main Results:

  • 88 patients completed the ST-AWS questionnaire.
  • The incidence of AWS was 36% (32 out of 88 patients).
  • The questionnaire demonstrated high performance: 94% sensitivity, 91% specificity, 86% PPV, 96% NPV, and 92% accuracy.

Conclusions:

  • The ST-AWS questionnaire is a reliable screening tool for self-diagnosis of AWS with high sensitivity and predictive values.
  • The questionnaire aims to increase awareness among patients and therapists, facilitating prompt management and reducing disability.
  • Further research is recommended to evaluate the questionnaire's efficacy in diverse patient groups and clinical settings.