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  • Oncology Nursing
  • Clinical Practice Guidelines
  • Lymphedema Management

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  • Lymphedema is a chronic condition often resulting from cancer treatment.
  • It significantly impacts patients' quality of life and functional capacity.
  • Risk, diagnosis, and management are critical for patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a national clinical practice guideline for cancer treatment-related lymphedema.
  • To provide evidence-based recommendations for prospective surveillance, risk reduction, and conservative treatment.
  • To improve outcomes for patients at risk for or experiencing lymphedema.

Main Methods:

  • A panel of healthcare professionals and patients convened.
  • Systematic literature reviews were conducted.
  • The GRADE methodology was used to assess evidence quality.

Main Results:

  • Multiple recommendations were developed for patients at risk or with lymphedema.
  • Guideline addresses prospective surveillance, risk reduction, and conservative treatment.
  • Evidence-based recommendations support clinical decision-making.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis and treatment of lymphedema can mitigate symptoms.
  • This guideline supports patients, clinicians, and healthcare professionals.
  • Implementing evidence-based care improves lymphedema management and patient outcomes.