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THE RISK OF SECONDARY LYMPHEDEMA DUE TO PROCEDURES IN THE AFFECTED ARM POST-MASTECTOMY: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Title
THE RISK OF SECONDARY LYMPHEDEMA DUE TO PROCEDURES IN THE AFFECTED ARM POST-MASTECTOMY: A LITERATURE REVIEW.
Creator
Perna, Lindsay, D'Amato-Kubiet, Leslee, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
The risk for upper extremity lymphedema post-mastectomy in women surgically treated for breast cancer is a concern since it is often painful, aesthetically displeasing, and can increase the risk of infection. However, there is a paucity of data examining if diagnostic procedures performed in the ipsilateral arm post-mastectomy increases the risk of lymphedema. The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between diagnostic procedures performed in the ipsilateral arm post...
Show moreThe risk for upper extremity lymphedema post-mastectomy in women surgically treated for breast cancer is a concern since it is often painful, aesthetically displeasing, and can increase the risk of infection. However, there is a paucity of data examining if diagnostic procedures performed in the ipsilateral arm post-mastectomy increases the risk of lymphedema. The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between diagnostic procedures performed in the ipsilateral arm post-mastectomy and the occurrence of lymphedema with or without related complications. A systematic review of the literature was conducted from multiple, online databases available from 1992 through 2014, and included CINAHL, MedLine, PsychInfo, and ERIC. Search terms included lymphedema, breast cancer, mastectomy, blood pressure, and infection. Exclusion criteria comprised articles focused on male gender, primary lymphedema, metastases, survival, quality of life studies, reoccurrence breast cancer, breast conservation, lymphedema management, lymphedema, and lymphoma. The results of this study were inconclusive concerning a relationship between upper extremity lymphedema and procedures performed in the ipsilateral arm after mastectomy. This literature review outlines gaps in the data showing a need for more focused research on the causes of secondary lymphedema after breast cancer surgery with lymph node removal. Further research on the impact of diagnostic and other invasive procedures on the ispilateral arm after mastectomy should be considered.
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Date Issued
2015
Identifier
CFH0004857, ucf:45480
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0004857
AN INVESTIGATION OF SELF-CARE MODALITIES FOR THE EFFECTIVE TREATMENT OF LYMPHEDEMA.
Title
AN INVESTIGATION OF SELF-CARE MODALITIES FOR THE EFFECTIVE TREATMENT OF LYMPHEDEMA.
Creator
Major, Amber, Heglund, Stephen, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
The purpose of this literature review is to investigate the most effective forms of self-care that patients can perform to reduce swelling caused by lymphedema. Lymphedema may occur secondary to lymph node trauma, which makes it difficult for lymph fluid to leave an extremity. Even though lymphedema is more recognized as a side effect of breast cancer treatment, it can also be the result of many other ailments or treatments and can be present in any part of the body. By knowing which...
Show moreThe purpose of this literature review is to investigate the most effective forms of self-care that patients can perform to reduce swelling caused by lymphedema. Lymphedema may occur secondary to lymph node trauma, which makes it difficult for lymph fluid to leave an extremity. Even though lymphedema is more recognized as a side effect of breast cancer treatment, it can also be the result of many other ailments or treatments and can be present in any part of the body. By knowing which therapies are most effective, nurses and other health care professionals can educate patients to help ease the burden caused by this debilitating condition. This thesis discusses the results of clinical trials that studied different methods of self-care including exercises, bandaging, compression garments, sequential compression devices, and performing manual lymphatic drainage. The conclusion derived from the review of multiple studies is that participating in a combination of multiple therapies is the most effective means of lymphedema management and should be considered the ideal standard of care.
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Date Issued
2011
Identifier
CFH0004065, ucf:44812
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0004065