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Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Breast Cancer-related Lymphedema

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Using Virtual Therapy for Lymphedema and Disability Post-Mastectomy: Meta-Analysis with Systematic Review.

Islam Bani Mohammad¹, Muayyad Ahmad²

¹Department of Nursing, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, Jordan.

Breast Care (Basel, Switzerland)

|July 11, 2025

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Virtual reality (VR) therapy effectively manages post-mastectomy lymphedema and upper limb disability in breast cancer patients. This approach shows significant improvements, supporting its integration into standard oncology care.

Keywords:

Breast cancer Disability Lymphedema Mastectomy Meta-analysis Virtual reality

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Area of Science:

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Rehabilitation Medicine
Medical Technology

Background:

Breast cancer survivors often experience lymphedema and upper limb disability post-mastectomy.
Current management strategies require effective and accessible therapeutic options.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and meta-analyze the efficacy of virtual reality (VR) therapy for lymphedema and disability in post-mastectomy breast cancer patients.

Main Methods:

Systematic review and meta-analysis adhering to PRISMA guidelines.
Comprehensive database searches (Jan 2016-Aug 2024) across multiple academic journals.
Inclusion of nine studies evaluating VR therapy interventions.

Main Results:

VR therapy demonstrated significant effectiveness in reducing post-mastectomy lymphedema.
Meta-analysis revealed a significant decrease in upper limb disability (DASH scale, effect size -0.931, p=0.007).
Optimal VR session durations ranged from 10 to 50 minutes.

Conclusions:

Virtual reality therapy is a highly effective intervention for managing lymphedema and disability in breast cancer survivors.
Integration of VR rehabilitation programs into routine oncology care is recommended.
Further research is needed to optimize VR applications and strengthen clinical evidence.