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Review
. 1996 Mar;77(3 Suppl):S74-80.
doi: 10.1016/s0003-9993(96)90248-8.

Focused review: postmastectomy lymphedema

M J Brennan  1 , R W DePompolo, F H Garden
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Review

Focused review: postmastectomy lymphedema

M J Brennan et al. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 1996 Mar.

Abstract

Upper extremity lymphedema is a relatively frequent complication following the management of breast cancer. This focused review of the pathophysiology, complications, and various treatment options now available for its management will allow physiatrists and other practitioners to better understand this condition and thereby serve as a resource for patients and other physicians.

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