First Successful Experimental Implantation of a Drainage Device to Reduce Lymphoedema in a Rat Lymphoedema Model.

CONCLUSION: Lymphoedema volume in the rat model was significantly reduced by restoring continuous drainage of excess fluid using a novel subcutaneously implanted device, opening the way to the development of an artificial lymphatic vessel.
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Source: PubMed: Eur J Vasc Endovasc ... - May 24, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Triacca V, Pisano M, Lessert C, Petit B, Bouzourene K, Nahimana A, Vozenin MC, Stergiopulos N, Swartz MA, Mazzolai L Tags: Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg Source Type: research