lymphedema

Noun

Meaning

swelling (usually in the legs) caused by lymph accumulating in the tissues in the affected areas

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

cellulitis lymphatic edema cerebral edema ascites hydrops phlebitis anasarca ankle swelling cardiac edema deep vein thrombosis hepatic edema peripheral edema fluid accumulation fluid buildup

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Hypernyms

edema dropsy oedema hydrops

Examples

A hereditary form of congenital lymphedema is called Milroy's disease and is caused by mutations in the VEGFR3 gene. Source: Internet

As lymphedema develops further, definitive diagnosis is commonly based upon an objective measurement of differences between the affected or at-risk limb at the opposite unaffected limb, e.g. in volume or circumference. Source: Internet

Between 38 and 89% of breast cancer patients suffer from lymphedema due to axillary lymph node dissection and/or radiation. Source: Internet

CDT, MLD and compression bandaging are all helpful components of conservative lymphedema treatment. citation Vascularized lymph node transfer Vascularized lymph node transfers (VLNT) can be an effective treatment of the arm and upper extremity. Source: Internet

CDT is generally effective on nonfibrotic lymphedema and less effective on more fibrotic legs, although it helps break up fibrotic tissue. Source: Internet

Complete decongestive therapy CDT is a primary tool in lymphedema management. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

lymphatism lymphatogenous lymphe lymphedematous lymphedoema lymphendothelial