Lymphoscintigraphy underused in the U.S. to diagnose lymphedema
AuntMinnie
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Lymphedema is a chronic disease of the lymphatic system caused by the accumulation of proteins in the interstitium, ultimately leading to inflammation, and can be caused by damage to the lymphatic system from surgery or radiation treatment, the authors explained. The disease is a particular concern among cancer patients, they noted.
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