Lymphatic Function Decreases over Time in the Arms of Breast Cancer Patients following Treatment

Conclusions: Lymphatic function in the ipsilateral arm deteriorated over time after adjuvant breast cancer therapy. Furthermore, the presence of abnormal torturous lymphatic vessels in asymptomatic arms appeared to be associated with weak lymphatic reserve pumping capacity.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Original Article Source Type: research