Journal article
Outcomes and technical modifications of vascularized lymph node transplantation from the lateral thoracic region for treatment of lymphedema
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: This study evaluates clinical outcomes of vascularized lymph node transplantation (VLNT) from the lateral thoracic region and technical modifications.
METHODS: Consecutive patients that underwent lateral thoracic VLNT to treat extremity lymphedema were included. Demographic and treatment data were recorded, and outcomes data including limb volume, LDex score, and Lymphedema Life Impact Scale (LLIS), QuickDASH, and …
Authors
Coroneos CJ; Asaad M; Wong FC; Hall MS; Chen DN; Hanasono MM; Schaverien MV
Journal
Journal of Surgical Oncology, Vol. 125, No. 4, pp. 603–614
Publisher
Wiley
Publication Date
March 2022
DOI
10.1002/jso.26783
ISSN
0022-4790