Primary Lymphedema of the Upper Extremities: Clinical and Lymphoscintigraphic Features in 23 Patients.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of the aqua-lymphatic therapy (ALT) on unilateral lower extremity lymphedema in the maintenance phase. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This is a randomized controlled trial with a blinded assessor. The study was completed with 30 ALT and 27 control group partici...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Ergin G,Karadibak D,Sener HO,Gurpinar B

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary lymphedema is due to abnormal congenital development or dysfunction in the lymphatic system. Limited data exist on the prevalence of primary lymphedema and there are only few studies focusing on primary lymphedema. The purpose of this article is to review the current options for surgical treatment of primary l...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Lee JH,Chang DW

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymphedema of limbs affects a large mass of tissues. Pathological changes develop in skin and subcutaneous tissue. Bacterial retention in edema fluid is followed by chronic inflammatory reaction. The question arises whether the chronic processes affecting a large mass of limb tissues are reflected in the ser...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Zaleska MT,Olszewski WL

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Lymphedema is a disorder in which lymph accumulates in the interstitial spaces due to poor lymphatic flow resulting from hypoplasia or aplasia of the lymphatic vessels, or to morpho-functional alterations that impair lymphatic flow. Lymphedema is a debilitating...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Baglivo M,Martelli F,Paolacci S,Manara E,Michelini S,Bertelli M

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The vasculature of the central nervous system (CNS) is highly specialized with a blood-brain-barrier, reciprocal neuroepithelial-endothelial cell interactions and extensive pericyte coverage. Developmentally, numerous important signaling pathways participate in CNS angiogenesis to orchestrate the precise timing and sp...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Mancuso MR,Kuhnert F,Kuo CJ

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an autologous concentrated preparation of platelets characterized by lymphangiogenetic and tissue-repairing effects. Although PRP has been safely used in many different fields, there is no clinical study regarding the use of PRP in...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Akgul A,Tarakci E,Arman N,Civi T,Irmak S

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Corneal lymphangiogenesis (LG) and hemangiogenesis (HG) accompany many diseases after inflammatory, infectious, traumatic or chemical insults. They also contribute to transplant rejection. It is known that corneal transplants in infants or children have a higher rejection rate than in adults. However, it has...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Yuen D,Leu R,Sadovnikova A,Chen L

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Multiple staging systems for classifying the severity of lymphedema exist. The International Society of Lymphology (ISL) stage is considered standard for clinical reporting, but the relationship between clinical and functional/imaging stage remains poorly defin...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Garza RM,Ooi ASH,Falk J,Chang DW

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Lymphedema can have a negative impact on the function and quality of life (QOL) of patients, but most studies have examined lymphedema as a binary variable, rather than a multidimensional disease that ranges in severity. This study explored the potential impact of lymphedema severity on function and overall QOL...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Lee TS,Morris CM,Czerniec SA,Mangion AJ

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Surgical excision and/or radiation targeting of regional lymph nodes are an essential component in the clinical management of cancer. Importantly, a more accurate understanding of lymphatic anatomy could enable refinement of present treatment strategies. Given ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Fournier DE,Groh AMR,Nair SM,Norley CJD,Pollmann SI,Holdsworth DW,Power NE,Beveridge TS

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymphangiomatosis is a rare disorder of the lymphatic system that can impact the dermis, soft tissue, bone, and viscera and can be characterized by lymphangiomas, swelling, and chylous discharge. Whether disordered lymphangiogenesis in lymphangiomatosis affects the function and anatomy of the entire systemic...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Rasmussen JC,Fife CE,Sevick-Muraca EM

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Mesenteric lymph (ML) has been implicated in the development of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome in critical illness. Extracellular RNAs play a role in cell-to-cell communication during physiological and disease processes but they are rarely studied in ML. W...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Hong J,Blenkiron C,Tsai P,Premkumar R,Nachkebia S,Tun SM,Petzer A,Windsor JA,Hickey AJ,Phillips AR

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abstracts Background: Arm lymphedema after breast cancer surgery affects women both from physical and psychological points of view. Lymphedema leads to adipose tissue deposition. Liposuction and controlled compression therapy (CCT) reduces the lymphedema completely. METHODS AND RESULTS:Sixty female patients with arm ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Hoffner M,Bagheri S,Hansson E,Manjer J,Troëng T,Brorson H

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present report describes a case with the triad of yellow nail syndrome (YNS) and the use of low-pressure compression pump as treatment of lymphedema in YNS. A 71-year-old woman presented with bilateral lower extremity lymphedema, yellow nails, and recurrent bilateral pleural effusion. In this case, we specifically...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Polat AK,Dang HT,Soran A

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymphedema may affect patients' health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and thus a disease-specific questionnaire is needed. The Lymphedema Quality of life Inventory (LyQLI) has been tested for reliability and validity. The purpose of this study was to test the LyQLI for responsiveness and sensitivity. METHO...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Klernäs P,Johnsson A,Boyages J,Brorson H,Munnoch A,Johansson K

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite the fact that the central nervous system parenchyma does not contain lymphatics, extracranial lymphatic vessels play a very important role in volumetric cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) transport. The most important extracranial location at which lymphatics gain access to CSF is in the nasal submucosa after CSF conve...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Johnston M

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: The aims of this study were to explore, using visual art methodology, how children and adolescents perceive their lymphedema and conceptualize the barriers and enablers in self-management and to explore the role of an educational camp in promoting self-efficacy...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Moffatt C,Aubeeluck A,Stasi E,Mestre S,Rowan S,Murray S,Quere I

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Chronic edema/lymphedema is defined as edema present for more than 3 months. It is underrecognized and undertreated. The International Lymphedema Framework developed an international study, Lymphedema Impact and Prevalence International (LIMPRINT), to estimate ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Keast DH,Moffatt C,Janmohammad A

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exciting studies involving the molecular regulation of lymphangiogenesis in lymphatic-associated disorders (e.g., wound healing, lymphedema and tumor metastasis) have focused renewed attention on the intrinsic relationship between lymphatic endothelial cells (LECs) and extracellular matrix (ECM) microenvironment. ECM ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Ji RC

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Introduction: Mass drug administration and morbidity management and disability prevention (MMDP) though considered as two pillars of global program for elimination of filariasis, implementation of MMDP was disregarded in several endemic countries. Limb hygiene is the main ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： De Britto L,Kamaraj P,Vijayalakshmi G,Das LK,Krishnakumari A,Anbusivam S,Supriya VK,Yuvaraj J

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lower limb lymphedema (LLL) is a common complication of cancer treatment. The disease is chronic and progressive with no cure. Although a common and significant source of morbidity, the impact of this condition on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) has only recently been addressed. In effort to identify ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Cemal Y,Jewell S,Albornoz CR,Pusic A,Mehrara BJ

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymph flow depends on both the rate of lymph production by tissues and the extent of passive and active pumping. Here we aim to characterize the passive mechanical properties of a lymphangion in both mid-lymphangion and valve segments to assess regional differences along a lymphangion, as well as evaluating ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Rahbar E,Weimer J,Gibbs H,Yeh AT,Bertram CD,Davis MJ,Hill MA,Zawieja DC,Moore JE Jr

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hemangiomas of infancy are very common tumors, but they are heterogeneous in their behavior. A small, but significant, subset causes medical complications or permanent disfigurement, but due to their heterogeneity, there is no appropriate "one size fits all" approach to management. In addition, the rapid evolution of ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Frieden IJ

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: The use of bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) for the detection of unilateral upper limb lymphedema is growing. Currently, normatively determined diagnostic thresholds using bioimpedance are available for females only. It is unclear if they are suitable for males ...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Xie AZT,Lee MJ,Dylke E

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study sought to evaluate the effect of elastic compression, functional compressive bandaging, and kinesiotherapy on blood flow of the upper limb with lymphedema secondary to the treatment of breast cancer. METHODS:This was a randomized blind crossover clinical trial with a washout period of 7 days betwe...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Rezende MS,Marsengo AL,de Jesus Guirro RR,de Oliveira Guirro EC

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymphatic stomata are small lymphatic openings in the serosal membrane that communicate with the serosal cavity. Although these stomata have primarily been studied in experimental mammals, little is known concerning the presence and properties of lymphatic stomata in the adult human pleura. Thus, adult human...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Oshiro H,Miura M,Iobe H,Kudo T,Shimazu Y,Aoba T,Okudela K,Nagahama K,Sakamaki K,Yoshida M,Nagao T,Nakaya T,Kurata A,Ohtani O

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric hepatic angiosarcoma is a very rare malignant vascular tumor. A few cases have shown pediatric hepatic angiosarcoma occurring on a background of preexisting vascular lesions. We report the case of a newborn girl who presented extensive limbs and upper trunk cutaneous mixed vascular malformations at birth. Th...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Al Dhaybi R,Agoumi M,Powell J,Dubois J,Kokta V

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymph is pumped through the collecting lymphatic vessels by both intrinsic and extrinsic forces, propelling it downstream back into circulation. The intrinsic lymph pump relies on the spontaneous contraction of lymphatic muscles to generate the force of pumping lymph (P(lp)). However, the association between...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Saito T,Unno N,Yamamoto N,Inuzuka K,Tanaka H,Sano M,Sugisawa R,Katahashi K,Konno H

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lymphatic filariasis characterized by the dysfunction of the lymphatics can lead to severe (and often) irreversible lymphedema and elephantiasis. Decades of research in the field shows that the establishment of the adult parasites in the lymphatics triggers a cascade of events that ultimately results in tissue scarrin...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Bennuru S,Nutman TB

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Compared to volume/circumference measurements to diagnose lymphedema, thickening and disturbance of echogenicity of cutis and subcutis associated with the development of lymphedema is measured directly by ultrasonography. The aim of the present study was to investigate the evolution of thickness and echogeni...

journal_title：Lymphatic research and biology

authors： Devoogdt N,Pans S,De Groef A,Geraerts I,Christiaens MR,Neven P,Vergote I,Van Kampen M

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00