Lymphedema, or lymphatic obstruction, is a long-term condition where excess fluid collects in tissues causing swelling (edema). The lymphatic system is a part of the immune system and vital for immune ...

Sub-Q Bionics, a medical device company developing next-generation solutions to improve care for patients living with lymphedema, today announced the successful close of its $1.5 million pre-seed ...

The end of cancer treatment can be an exciting milestone in a patient’s recovery process, so any lingering health issues can be frustrating. A Baylor College of Medicine plastic surgeon discusses ...

Patients with breast cancer may be able to avoid lymphedema, which can occur after surgery to remove lymph nodes in the ...

In lymphedema, dermatitis and excoriation can precipitate inflammatory swelling and increase cellulitis risk, making barrier ...

People who have had surgery to remove part of the lymphatic system are at risk of developing lymphedema, a buildup of fluid in soft bodily tissues. Other risk factors for lymphedema include ...

Lymphedema after head and neck cancer is considerably more common than previously assumed and can persist long after cancer treatment has finished. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have ...

Lymphedema, a condition that happens when lymph fluid builds up in your body too quickly, can be a result of obesity. A body mass index (BMI) of 30 or greater qualifies a person as having obesity.

The end of breast cancer treatment is cause for celebration, but for many patients, it can bring new challenges. Some studies show that up to 65% of women who undergo breast cancer surgery develop ...

Impact of Immediate Versus Delayed Axillary Node Dissection on Surgical Outcomes in Breast Cancer Patients With Positive Sentinel Nodes: Results From American College of Surgeons Oncology Group Trials ...