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Lymphedema therapy often requires surgery for advanced cases. Advanced imaging techniques aid in selecting optimal surgical treatments and improving patient outcomes for this progressive condition.

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  • Surgical Oncology
  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Lymphedema is a progressive condition requiring management of edema, progression, and psychosocial impact.
  • Nonsurgical treatments are often insufficient for advanced lymphedema stages.
  • Surgical interventions are frequently necessary to restore lymph flow or excise tissue, improving quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of various imaging modalities in lymphedema management.
  • To highlight the utility of these techniques in diagnosis, staging, treatment selection, and follow-up.
  • To emphasize the combined use of imaging and patient-reported outcomes for surgical planning.

Main Methods:

  • Review of standardized imaging modalities including lymphoscintigraphy (LS), near-infrared fluorescent (NIRF) imaging (ICG lymphography), ultrasonography (US), magnetic resonance lymphangiography (MRL), computed tomography (CT), photoacoustic imaging (PAI), and optical coherence tomography (OCT).
  • Integration of imaging findings with self-assessment questionnaires.
  • Evaluation of objective parameters for surgical decision-making.

Main Results:

  • Standardized imaging techniques are crucial for lymphedema diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning.
  • Near-infrared fluorescent imaging (ICG lymphography) and other modalities provide detailed visualization of lymphatic system abnormalities.
  • Objective data from imaging and questionnaires facilitate personalized surgical approaches.

Conclusions:

  • A combination of advanced imaging modalities and patient-reported outcomes provides objective parameters for selecting the most suitable surgical therapy for lymphedema.
  • This integrated approach is key to achieving optimal postoperative results and enhancing patient quality of life.
  • Continued advancements in imaging technology will further refine lymphedema treatment strategies.