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2. Non-Linear Lymphatic Anatomy in Breast Cancer Patients Prior to Axillary Lymph Node Dissection: A Risk Factor For Lymphedema Development.
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Kinney, JacqueLyn R., Friedman, Rosie, Kim, Erin, Tillotson, Elizabeth, Shillue, Kathy, Lee, Bernard T., and Singhal, Dhruv
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Immediate lymphatic reconstruction (ILR) at the time of axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) has become increasingly utilized for the prevention of breast cancer related lymphedema. Preoperative indocyanine green (ICG) lymphography is routinely performed prior to an ILR procedure to characterize baseline lymphatic anatomy of the upper extremity. While most patients have linear lymphatic channels visualized on ICG, representing a non-diseased state, some patients demonstrate non-linear patterns. This study aims to determine potential inciting factors that help explain why some patients have non-linear patterns, and what these patterns represent regarding the relative risk of developing postoperative breast cancer related lymphedema in this population. A retrospective review was conducted to identify breast cancer patients who underwent successful ILR with preoperative ICG at our institution from November 2017—June 2022. Among the 248 patients who were identified, 13 (5%) had preoperative non-linear lymphatic anatomy. A history of trauma or surgery of the affected limb and an increasing number of sentinel lymph nodes removed prior to ALND appeared to be risk factors for non-linear lymphatic anatomy. Furthermore, non-linear anatomy in the limb of interest was associated with an increased risk of postoperative lymphedema development. Overall, non-linear lymphatic anatomy on pre-operative ICG lymphography appears to be a risk factor for developing ipsilateral breast cancer-related lymphedema. Guided by the study’s findings, when breast cancer patients present with baseline non-linear lymphatic anatomy, our institution has implemented a protocol of prophylactically prescribing compression sleeves immediately following ALND. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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3. Development of the Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema Self-Care Scale.
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Deveci, Zeynep, Karayurt, Özgül, Bilik, Ozlem, and Eyigör, Sibel
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EXPERIMENTAL design , *LYMPHEDEMA , *STATISTICS , *RESEARCH methodology , *RESEARCH methodology evaluation , *INTERVIEWING , *CANCER patients , *PSYCHOMETRICS , *CRONBACH'S alpha , *PSYCHOLINGUISTICS , *FACTOR analysis , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *CHI-squared test , *DATA analysis software , *DATA analysis , *BREAST tumors , *HEALTH self-care , *DISEASE complications ,RESEARCH evaluation - Abstract
The purpose of study was to develop the Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema Self-Care Scale to evaluate the self-care practices of women with breast cancer-related lymphedema (BRCL); and to examine the psycholinguistic and psychometric characteristics of this scale. The item pool of the scale was created based on the literature in this descriptive study. Content validity, explanatory and confirmatory factor analyses used in evaluation of the validity; and item analyzes, the Cronbach's Alpha and Split Half analyzes were made for reliability in the study. The content validity index was found to be above 0.80. In the Explanatory Factor Analysis, a four-factor structure was obtained. In Confirmatory Factor Analysis, fit indices were found to be acceptable. Cronbach's Alpha coefficients of the sub-dimensions of the scale varied between 0.62 and 0.86. It was determined the Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema Self-Care Scale was a valid and reliable scale for women with BRCL. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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4. Long-Term Effects of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy on Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema.
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Lee, Jong-Hwa, Kim, Sang-Beom, Lee, Kyeong-Woo, and Ha, Won-Wook
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EXTRACORPOREAL shock wave therapy , *LYMPHEDEMA , *ARM circumference - Abstract
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) can reduce breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). However, evidence of the long-term effectiveness of ESWT on BCRL is sparse. The aim of the study was to investigate whether ESWT has long-term effects on BCRL. We enrolled patients with stage 2 lymphedema. The 28 female patients were randomly divided into the ESWT group (n = 14) and the control group (n = 14). ESWT was applied thrice a week for a total of 3 weeks with an intensity of 0.056 to 0.068 mJ/mm2 and a frequency of 4 Hz. Complex decongestive therapy (CDT) was applied in both groups. The arm circumference, fluid volume, ratio of water content, and skin thickness were measured. Patients were evaluated at before treatment, 3 weeks after ESWT completion, and 3 months post-ESWT completion. The ESWT group, the circumference of the whole arm, volume, ratio of water content, QuickDASH score, and skin thickness showed statistically significant improvement at 3 weeks and 3 months post-treatment. When comparing the changes in measurement between the two groups at 3 weeks and 3 months post-treatment, ESWT group showed statistically significant improvement in circumference (cm) below the elbow, ratio of water content and skin thickness at 3 weeks and 3 months post treatment. Overall, ESWT improved lymphedema in patients with stage 2 BCRL, and the effects persisted for at least 3 months. Therefore, ESWT may be an additional treatment method for patients with lymphedema. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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5. The prevention and treatment of breast cancer- related lymphedema: A review
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Maureen P. McEvoy, Ameer Gomberawalla, Mark Smith, Francesco M. Boccardo, Dennis Holmes, Risal Djohan, Paul Thiruchelvam, Suzanne Klimberg, Jill Dietz, and Sheldon Feldman
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breast cancer ,lymphedema ,breast cancer related lymphedema ,axillary reverse mapping ,LyMPHA ,axillary surgery ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
BackgroundBreast cancer- related lymphedema (BCRL) affects about 3 to 5 million patients worldwide, with about 20,000 per year in the United States. As breast cancer mortality is declining due to improved diagnostics and treatments, the long-term effects of treatment for BCRL need to be addressed.MethodsThe American Society of Breast Surgeons Lymphatic Surgery Working Group conducted a large review of the literature in order to develop guidelines on BCRL prevention and treatment. This was a comprehensive but not systematic review of the literature. This was inclusive of recent randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and reviews evaluating the prevention and treatment of BCRL. There were 25 randomized clinical trials, 13 systemic reviews and meta-analyses, and 87 observational studies included.ResultsThe findings of our review are detailed in the paper, with each guideline being analyzed with the most recent data that the group found evidence of to suggest these recommendations.ConclusionsPrevention and treatment of BCRL involve a multidisciplinary team. Early detection, before clinically apparent, is crucial to prevent irreversible lymphedema. Awareness of risk factors and appropriate practice adjustments to reduce the risk aids are crucial to decrease the progression of lymphedema. The treatment can be costly, time- consuming, and not always effective, and therefore, the overall goal should be prevention.
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- 2022
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6. Prevention and Treatment of Lymphedema in Breast Cancer.
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McEvoy MP and Feldman S
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- Humans, Female, Lymphedema etiology, Lymphedema prevention & control, Quality of Life, Mastectomy adverse effects, Breast Cancer Lymphedema prevention & control, Breast Cancer Lymphedema etiology, Breast Cancer Lymphedema therapy, Axilla, Breast Neoplasms surgery, Lymph Node Excision adverse effects
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Breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) affects many breast cancer survivors and drastically affects their quality of life. There are several surveillance methods for BCRL that are critical at early detection. Prevention of BCRL involves knowledge of alternatives to aggressive axillary surgery, avoidance of axillary surgery, and de-escalation of axillary surgery. There are also techniques to better delineate the anatomy in the axilla to avoid taking nodes that drain the upper extremity. A multidisciplinary approach with medical oncology and radiation oncology can also help avoid unnecessary surgery or radiation that can together strongly increase the risk of BCRL., Competing Interests: Disclosure The authors have nothing to disclose., (Copyright © 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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- 2024
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7. Minimize the extent and morbidity of axillary dissection for node-positive breast cancer patients: implementation of axillary lymph node dissection based on breast lymphatics level
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Qianqian Yuan, Jinxuan Hou, Yukun He, Yiqian Liao, Lewei Zheng, and Gaosong Wu
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Breast cancer ,Axillary lymph node dissection ,Breast cancer related lymphedema ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
Abstract Background Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is associated with extensive axillary dissection. Axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) based on breast lymphatics level (BLL) was proposed to minimize the surgical extent for node-positive breast cancer patients. Methods A total of 156 consecutive sentinel lymph node-positive (SLN+) or clinically node-positive (cN+) patients underwent sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) with indocyanine green and methylene blue (MB). The SLNs were injected with 0.1 ml MB before removal, and a standard ALND was subsequently performed. The nodes adjacent to the blue-stained axillary lymph nodes from the breast (bALNs) were sent for pathological examination separately by resecting serial tissue every 0.5 cm away from the marginal blue-stained bALNs. Then, a pilot study comparing ALND based on BLL and standard ALND was performed. Results BLL were successfully identified in 20 SLN+ (100%) and 134 cN+ (98.5%) patients. The median number of BLL was four, ranging from three to six. A horizontal line 1.0 cm away from the superior blue-stained bALN and a vertical line 1.0 cm away from the medial blue-stained bALN formed BLL II, III, and IV. All of the additional positive nodes were within 1.0 cm of the blue-stained bALNs. The minimized axillary dissection should resect upwards from the lowest BLL that contains the first confirmed negative blue-stained bALNs. In the pilot study, no patient developed axillary recurrence. Conclusion The ALND surgical procedure based on BLL could minimize the surgical extent for pathological node-positive breast cancer patients and potentially reduce the BCRL rate. Trial registration ChiCTR1800014247 .
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8. Effect of modified complex decongestion therapy in the treatment of breast cancer related lymphedema (改良版综合消肿疗法治疗乳腺癌相关淋巴水肿的效果观察)
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LI Qin (李芹) and SHI Fan (石帆)
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breast cancer ,radical mastectomy ,breast cancer related lymphedema ,complex decongestion therapy ,乳腺癌 ,乳腺癌根治术 ,乳腺癌相关淋巴水肿 ,综合消肿法 ,Nursing ,RT1-120 - Abstract
Objective To evaluate the effect of modified complex decongestion therapy (CDT) in the treatment of breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL). Methods Totally 60 patients with BCRL were given complex CDT for four weeks. The degree of limb swelling was evaluated by arm circumference measurement, modified Rodnan skin scores(mRSSs) and the Breast Cancer and Lymphedema Symptoms Experience Index(BCLE-SEI), before intervention, 2 and 4 weeks after intervention respectively. Results The circumference of all measurement sites except for palm horizontal line decreased at 4 weeks after intervention compared with those before intervention (P<0. 05). The mRSSs and BCLE-SEI scores were reduced at 4 weeks after intervention compared with those before intervention (P<0. 05). Conclusion The modified CDT is effective in the treatment of BCRL. (目的 评估改良版综合消肿疗法治疗乳腺癌相关淋巴水肿的效果。方法 采用改良版综合消肿疗法对60例乳腺癌术后患侧上肢淋巴水肿患者干预4周, 在干预前、干预2周后、干预4周后, 分别采用上臂周径测量、上肢皮肤硬化程度评分量表(mRSSs)、乳腺癌淋巴水肿症状指数量表(BCLE-SEI)进行效果评价。结果 除掌横纹处周径外, 患侧上肢其他部位周径较干预前缩小, 差异有统计学意义(P<0. 05)。干预4周后, 患者mRSSs和BCLE-SEI均较干预前下降, 差异有统计学意义(P<0. 05)。结论 改良版综合消肿疗法对乳腺癌相关上肢淋巴水肿治疗效果良好。)
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9. Lymphatic dysfunction on indocyanine green lymphography in breast cancer patients undergoing sentinel lymph node biopsy.
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Tokumoto, Hideki, Akita, Shinsuke, Nakamura, Rikiya, Yamamoto, Naohito, Kubota, Yoshitaka, and Mitsukawa, Nobuyuki
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- 2021
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10. Cost-Effectiveness Analysis: Lymph Node Transfer vs Lymphovenous Bypass for Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema.
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Sekigami, Yurie, Char, Sydney, Mullen, Cate, Huber, Kathryn, Cao, Yu, Buchsbaum, Rachel, Graham, Roger, Nardello, Salvatore, Singhal, Dhruv, and Chatterjee, Abhishek
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LYMPH nodes , *CONSERVATIVE treatment , *COST effectiveness , *SURGICAL site infections , *MONTE Carlo method , *MEDICARE , *ECONOMIC impact , *CARDIOVASCULAR surgery , *DECISION trees , *RESEARCH , *RESEARCH methodology , *SURGICAL complications , *MEDICAL cooperation , *EVALUATION research , *COMPARATIVE studies , *SYSTEM analysis , *QUALITY-adjusted life years ,LYMPHATIC surgery - Abstract
Background: Lymph node transfer (LNT) and lymphovenous bypass (LVB) have been described as 2 major surgical options for patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) who have failed conservative therapy. The objective of our study was to perform a cost-effectiveness analysis comparing LNT and LVB for the treatment of BCRL.Study Design: Rates of infection, lymph leak, and failure of LNT and LVB were obtained from a previously published meta-analysis. Failure of surgery was defined as the inability to cease compression therapy postoperatively. Procedural costs were calculated from Medicare reimbursement rates. Cost of conservative management of postoperative surgical site infection, lymph leak, and continued decongestive physiotherapy after failed surgery were obtained from literature review. Average utility scores for each health state were calculated using a visual analog scale survey, then converted to quality-adjusted life years (QALYs). A decision tree was constructed, and incremental cost-effectiveness ratio was assessed at $50,000/QALY. Deterministic and probabilistic sensitivity analyses were performed to evaluate the robustness of our findings.Results: LNT was less costly ($22,492 vs $31,927) and more effective (31.82 QALY vs 29.24 QALY) than LVB. One-way (deterministic) sensitivity analysis demonstrated that LNT became cost-ineffective when its failure rate was more than 43.8%. LVB became more cost-effective than LNT when its failure rate was less than 21.4%. Probabilistic sensitivity analysis using Monte-Carlo simulation indicated that even with uncertainty present in the variables analyzed, the majority of simulations (97%) favored LNT as the more cost-effective strategy.Conclusions: LNT is a dominant, cost-effective strategy compared to LVB for the treatment of BCRL. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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11. Utilization of bioelectrical impedance analysis for detection of lymphedema in breast Cancer survivors: a prospective cross sectional study
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Sung Mook Lim, Yujin Han, Seung Il Kim, and Hyung Seok Park
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Breast cancer related lymphedema ,Sentinel lymph node biopsy ,Axillary lymph node dissection ,Bioelectrical impedance ,BMI ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
Abstract Background Breast cancer survivors are at risk of developing breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) after surgical treatment, which may have a negative effect on quality of life. The purpose of this study was to investigate the clinical role of bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) and the relationship between the development of BCRL in breast cancer survivors who have undergone axillary surgery. Methods A total of 228 patients with breast cancer were enrolled in the study between May 2016 and January 2017. BCRL was assessed by measuring the circumference of both arms at 15 cm below the acromion process and the olecranon process. Patients were classified as BCRL (n = 22) and non-BCRL (n = 206) based on the difference of the arm circumference of 2 cm. Data including lymphedema, anthropometry, BIA measurements, food frequency questionnaire, type of surgery, total number of dissected lymph nodes, and post-operative treatment were collected. Results Of the breast cancer survivors, 10.4% had BCRL by the definition. The BCRL group contained 22 patients, while the non-BCRL group contained 206 patients. Compared to the non-BCRL group, the BCRL group had a higher body mass index, a larger percentage of ideal body weight, more dissected lymph nodes, and higher single frequency BIA (SFBIA) ratio (P = 0.027, P = 0.031, P
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- 2019
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12. Diagnostic Significance of Fibrin Degradation Products and D-Dimer in Patients With Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema
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Sang Hyeong Ryu, Sang Won Min, Jae Ho Kim, Ho Joong Jeong, Ghi Chan Kim, Dong Kyu Kim, and Young-Joo Sim
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Breast cancer related lymphedema ,Fibrin degradation products ,D-dimer ,Deep vein thrombosis ,Medicine - Abstract
Objective To find out whether levels of fibrin degradation products (FDP) and D-dimer are increased in breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) as in many vascular diseases. FDP and D-dimer have been used in blood tests to help differentiate deep vein thrombosis in the diagnosis of lymphedema. Levels of FDP and D-dimer are often elevated in patients with BCRL. Methods Patients with BCRL (group I), non-lymphedema after breast cancer treatment (group II), and deep venous thrombosis (group III) from January 2012 to December 2016 were enrolled. Levels of FDP and D-dimer were measured in all groups and compared among groups. Results Mean values of FDP and D-dimer of group I were 5.614±12.387 and 1.179±2.408 μg/μL, respectively. These were significantly higher than their upper normal limits set in our institution. Levels of FDP or D-dimer were not significantly different between group I and group II. However, values of FDP and D-dimer in group III were significantly higher than those in group I. Conclusion Values of FDP and D-dimer were much higher in patients with thrombotic disease than those in patients with lymphedema. Thus, FDP and D-dimer can be used to differentiate between DVT and lymphedema. However, elevated levels of FDP or D-dimer cannot indicate the occurrence of lymphedema.
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13. Assessment of Upper Limb Lymphedema: A Qualitative Study Exploring Clinicians' Clinical Reasoning.
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Sierla, Robyn, Dylke, Elizabeth S., Shaw, Tim, Poon, Simon, and Kilbreath, Sharon L.
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Background: A variety of objective and subjective assessments are available for clinical assessment of lymphedema. The aim of this study was to explore the clinical reasoning underpinning the assessment of upper limb lymphedema by experienced lymphedema clinicians. Methods and Results: Semistructured, individual, interviews were conducted with lymphedema therapists (n = 14) from a variety of treatment settings. These interviews were conducted after observations of these therapists assessing patients with lymphedema and focused on: (1) the therapists' rationale for the assessments selected, (2) how the data were analyzed, and (3) how the information was then used. Assessment selection was guided by the purpose of the visit, patient preference, resources, and time available. Subjective measures of visible and palpated tissue changes were used to target treatment, and objective measures of circumference and bioimpedance spectroscopy and patient report of symptoms informed treatment evaluation and disease progression. Objective data collected were primarily analyzed for interlimb difference and change between appointments. Conclusions: A range of clinical assessments were used in the evaluation of lymphedema to detect the presence of lymphedema, estimate the extent of soft tissue change, understand the patient experience of lymphedema, and evaluate treatment response. A primary determinant for the collection of objective measures was the appointment duration. Current methods of data analysis and reporting do not facilitate the review of change over time. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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14. Minimize the extent and morbidity of axillary dissection for node-positive breast cancer patients: implementation of axillary lymph node dissection based on breast lymphatics level.
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Yuan, Qianqian, Hou, Jinxuan, He, Yukun, Liao, Yiqian, Zheng, Lewei, and Wu, Gaosong
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AXILLARY lymph node dissection , *BREAST cancer , *CANCER patients , *SENTINEL lymph node biopsy , *LYMPHATICS , *OPERATIVE surgery - Abstract
Background: Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is associated with extensive axillary dissection. Axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) based on breast lymphatics level (BLL) was proposed to minimize the surgical extent for node-positive breast cancer patients.Methods: A total of 156 consecutive sentinel lymph node-positive (SLN+) or clinically node-positive (cN+) patients underwent sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) with indocyanine green and methylene blue (MB). The SLNs were injected with 0.1 ml MB before removal, and a standard ALND was subsequently performed. The nodes adjacent to the blue-stained axillary lymph nodes from the breast (bALNs) were sent for pathological examination separately by resecting serial tissue every 0.5 cm away from the marginal blue-stained bALNs. Then, a pilot study comparing ALND based on BLL and standard ALND was performed.Results: BLL were successfully identified in 20 SLN+ (100%) and 134 cN+ (98.5%) patients. The median number of BLL was four, ranging from three to six. A horizontal line 1.0 cm away from the superior blue-stained bALN and a vertical line 1.0 cm away from the medial blue-stained bALN formed BLL II, III, and IV. All of the additional positive nodes were within 1.0 cm of the blue-stained bALNs. The minimized axillary dissection should resect upwards from the lowest BLL that contains the first confirmed negative blue-stained bALNs. In the pilot study, no patient developed axillary recurrence.Conclusion: The ALND surgical procedure based on BLL could minimize the surgical extent for pathological node-positive breast cancer patients and potentially reduce the BCRL rate.Trial Registration: ChiCTR1800014247 . [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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15. Trends in Immediate Lymphatic Reconstruction.
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Ahmed S, Hassanein AH, Lester ME, Manghelli J, Fisher C, Imeokparia F, Ludwig K, and Fan B
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Background and objective Immediate lymphatic reconstruction (ILR) is emerging as a useful adjunct after axillary lymph node dissection (ALND), leading to a decrease in lymphedema rates from 30 to 3-13% in breast cancer patients. ILR requires coordination between two surgical specialties for oncologic ALND and microsurgical axillary lymphatic anastomosis. This study aimed to assess the trends in the frequency of ILR performed after ALND at our institution. Methods This study involved a retrospective review of breast cancer patients undergoing ALND with and without ILR at our institution (2017-2022). Data on patient demographics, tumor characteristics, and treatments received were gathered and analyzed. Results A total of 316 patients underwent ALND at our institution and 30.7% (97/316) of them received ILR. There was no significant difference in clinical breast cancer stages between patients who underwent ALND with or without ILR (p>0.05). Neoadjuvant chemotherapy was given to 51.1% (112/219) of patients with ALND only compared to 60.8% (59/97) of patients who underwent ALND with ILR (p=0.09). All patients received adjuvant radiation therapy. ILR was performed after ALND in 4.2% (2/47) in 2017, 25.8% (3/58) in 2018, 17.6% (12/68) in 2019, 35% (21/60) in 2020, 56.9% (41/72) in 2021, and 54.5% (6/11) in 2022. When comparing the first year of the ILR program with the last year of the study period, the odds ratio of receiving ILR after ALND was 1.8 (p=0.04). Conclusions The frequency of performing ILR after ALND in breast cancer patients at our institution witnessed a substantial increase during the study period. The implementation of an established ILR program at an institution can increase procedure uptake accompanied by continued growth in utilization., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright © 2024, Ahmed et al.)
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16. Integrating Biological Advances Into the Clinical Management of Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema
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Marco Invernizzi, Gianluca Lopez, Anna Michelotti, Konstantinos Venetis, Elham Sajjadi, Leticia De Mattos-Arruda, Michele Ghidini, Letterio Runza, Alessandro de Sire, Renzo Boldorini, and Nicola Fusco
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breast cancer related lymphedema ,pathobiology ,genetics ,breast cancer ,survivorship ,quality of life ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) occurs in a significant number of breast cancer survivors as a consequence of the axillary lymphatics' impairment after therapy (mainly axillary surgery and irradiation). Despite the recent achievements in the clinical management of these patients, BCRL is often diagnosed at its occurrence. In most cases, it remains a progressive and irreversible condition, with dramatic consequences in terms of quality of life and on sanitary costs. There are still no validated pre-surgical strategies to identify individuals that harbor an increased risk of BCRL. However, clinical, therapeutic, and tumor-specific traits are recurrent in these patients. Over the past few years, many studies have unraveled the complexity of the molecular and transcriptional events leading to the lymphatic system ontogenesis. Additionally, molecular insights are coming from the study of the germline alterations involved at variable levels in BCRL models. Regrettably, there is a substantial lack of predictive biomarkers for BCRL, given that our knowledge of its molecular milieu remains extremely puzzled. The purposes of this review were (i) to outline the biology underpinning the ontogenesis of the lymphatic system; (ii) to assess the current state of knowledge of the molecular alterations that can be involved in BCRL pathogenesis and progression; (iii) to discuss the present and short-term future perspectives in biomarker-based patients' risk stratification; and (iv) to provide practical information that can be employed to improve the quality of life of these patients.
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17. Axillary web syndrome in women after breast cancer surgery referred to an Oncological Rehabilitation Unit: which are the main risk factors? A retrospective case-control study.
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DE SIRE, A., LOSCO, L., CISARI, C., GENNARI, A., BOLDORINI, R., FUSCO, N., CIGNA, E., and INVERNIZZI, M.
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OBJECTIVE: Axillary web syndrome (AWS) is a complication of surgical procedures in breast cancer (BC) patients. This condition with poorly understood incidence and etiology is characterized by the locoregional development of scar tissue, leading to subcutaneous cording, motion impairment and pain. The early identification of patients at risk for AWS would improve their clinical management. Here, we sought to characterize the prevalence of and the risk factors associated with AWS in BC women after surgery. PATIENTS AND METHODS: All patients with BC that underwent axillary surgery referred to an Outpatient Service for Oncological Rehabilitation were retrospectively collected. These women were assessed two weeks after the surgical procedure for their clinicopathologic features, type of therapeutic interventions, and AWS presence, laterality, pain, localization, cords type, and number of cords. RESULTS: Altogether, 177 patients (mean aged 60.65 ± 12.26 years) were included and divided into two groups: AWSPOS (n=52; 29.4%) and AWSNEG (n=125; 70.6%). Patients with tumor N ≥1 (OR=3.7; p<0.001), subjected to mastectomy, axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) and chemotherapy showed significant correlations with AWS onset (p<0.05). The range of shoulder motion limitation (OR=11.2; p<0.001) and the presence of breast cancer related lymphedema (OR=3.5; p=0.020) were associated with AWS. CONCLUSIONS: Mastectomy, ALND, chemotherapy, low staging tumors, shoulder range of motion limitations, and BCRL represent risk factors for AWS onset. Realizing new strategies for assessing the individual risk of AWS is a crucial clinical need to improve the health-related quality of life of BC survivors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
18. Integrating Biological Advances Into the Clinical Management of Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema.
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Invernizzi, Marco, Lopez, Gianluca, Michelotti, Anna, Venetis, Konstantinos, Sajjadi, Elham, De Mattos-Arruda, Leticia, Ghidini, Michele, Runza, Letterio, de Sire, Alessandro, Boldorini, Renzo, and Fusco, Nicola
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BREAST cancer ,LYMPHEDEMA ,PATHOLOGY ,LYMPHATICS ,CANCER patients - Abstract
Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) occurs in a significant number of breast cancer survivors as a consequence of the axillary lymphatics' impairment after therapy (mainly axillary surgery and irradiation). Despite the recent achievements in the clinical management of these patients, BCRL is often diagnosed at its occurrence. In most cases, it remains a progressive and irreversible condition, with dramatic consequences in terms of quality of life and on sanitary costs. There are still no validated pre-surgical strategies to identify individuals that harbor an increased risk of BCRL. However, clinical, therapeutic, and tumor-specific traits are recurrent in these patients. Over the past few years, many studies have unraveled the complexity of the molecular and transcriptional events leading to the lymphatic system ontogenesis. Additionally, molecular insights are coming from the study of the germline alterations involved at variable levels in BCRL models. Regrettably, there is a substantial lack of predictive biomarkers for BCRL, given that our knowledge of its molecular milieu remains extremely puzzled. The purposes of this review were (i) to outline the biology underpinning the ontogenesis of the lymphatic system; (ii) to assess the current state of knowledge of the molecular alterations that can be involved in BCRL pathogenesis and progression; (iii) to discuss the present and short-term future perspectives in biomarker-based patients' risk stratification; and (iv) to provide practical information that can be employed to improve the quality of life of these patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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19. Low level laser therapy (Photobiomodulation therapy) for breast cancer-related lymphedema: a systematic review
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G. David Baxter, Lizhou Liu, Simone Petrich, Angela Spontelli Gisselman, Cathy Chapple, Juanita J. Anders, and Steve Tumilty
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Low level laser therapy ,Photobiomodulation ,Breast cancer related lymphedema ,Systematic review ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
Abstract Background Breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) is a prevalent complication secondary to cancer treatments which significantly impacts the physical and psychological health of breast cancer survivors. Previous research shows increasing use of low level laser therapy (LLLT), now commonly referred to as photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy, for BCRL. This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of LLLT (PBM) in the management of BCRL. Methods Clinical trials were searched in PubMed, AMED, Web of Science, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure up to November 2016. Two reviewers independently assessed the methodological quality and adequacy of LLLT (PBM) in these clinical trials. Primary outcome measures were limb circumference/volume, and secondary outcomes included pain intensity and range of motion. Because data were clinically heterogeneous, best evidence synthesis was performed. Results Eleven clinical trials were identified, of which seven randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were chosen for analysis. Overall, the methodological quality of included RCTs was high, whereas the reporting of treatment parameters was poor. Results indicated that there is strong evidence (three high quality trials) showing LLLT (PBM) was more effective than sham treatment for limb circumference/volume reduction at a short-term follow-up. There is moderate evidence (one high quality trial) indicating that LLLT (PBM) was more effective than sham laser for short-term pain relief, and limited evidence (one low quality trial) that LLLT (PBM) was more effective than no treatment for decreasing limb swelling at short-term follow-up. Conclusions Based upon the current systematic review, LLLT (PBM) may be considered an effective treatment approach for women with BCRL. Due to the limited numbers of published trials available, there is a clear need for well-designed high-quality trials in this area. The optimal treatment parameters for clinical application have yet to be elucidated.
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20. Effectiveness of acupuncture for breast cancer related lymphedema: protocol for a single-blind, sham-controlled, randomized, multicenter trial
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Huiru Zhu, Jinwan Li, Zheng Peng, Yujie Huang, Xiaolan Lv, Liuying Song, Gechen Zhou, Shengzhang Lin, Jifei Chen, Baoyu He, Fengxian Qin, Xumexiang Liu, Meiyu Dai, Yan Zou, and Shengming Dai
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Acupuncture ,Breast cancer related lymphedema ,Protocol ,Trial ,Other systems of medicine ,RZ201-999 - Abstract
Abstract Background Although various treatments for breast cancer related lymphedema exist, there is still a need for a more effective and convenient approach. Pilot studies and our clinical observations suggested that acupuncture may be a potential option. This study aims to verify the effectiveness of acupuncture on BCRL and evaluate its safety using a rigorously designed trial. Methods/Design Women who are clinically diagnosed as unilateral BCRL, with a 10% to 40% increase in volume compared to the unaffected arm, will be recruited. Following baseline assessment, participants will be randomized to either the real acupuncture group or sham-acupuncture group at a ratio of 1:1, and given a standard real acupuncture or sham-acupuncture treatment accordingly on both arms followed by the same usual care of decongestive therapy. Volume measurements of both arms will be performed for every participant after each treatment. Data collected at baseline and the last session will be used to calculate the primary outcome and secondary outcomes. Other data will be exploited for interim analyses and trial monitoring. The primary outcome is the absolute reduced limb volume ratio. Secondary outcomes are incidence of adverse events and change in quality of life. A t test or non-parameter test will be used to compare the difference between two groups, and assess the overall effectiveness of acupuncture using the SPSS software (version 12). Discussion This study will help expand our knowledge about the effectiveness of acupuncture on BCRL, and how acupuncture might be used in the management of this condition. Acupuncture may be a promising complement or alternative to conventional lymphedema treatment methods, if its effectiveness is confirmed. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov NCT02803736 (Registered on October 31, 2016).
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21. Translation and Validation of the Turkish Version of Lymphedema Quality of Life Tool (LYMQOL) in Patients with Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema
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Yeşim Bakar, Alper Tuğral, Özlem Özdemir, Elif Duygu, and Ümmügül Üyetürk
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validity ,reliability ,lymphedema quality of life tool ,turkish version ,breast cancer related lymphedema ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 ,Medicine - Abstract
Objective: Breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) is a drastic situation that affects patients who have undergone breast cancer surgery. The impact of this condition on individuals’ quality of life should be investigated in more detail to obtain better treatment results.Materials and Methods: In total, 65 patients with BCRL participated in this study. Nottingham Health Profile (NHP) was used to evaluate the validity of associated domains in Lymphedema Quality of Life Tool (LYMQoL). Both the LYMQoL and NHP were filled out by BCRL patients. To evaluate its test-retest reliability, the LYMQoL was subsequently performed seven days following its initial application. Measurement properties such as internal consistency, test-retest reliability, criterion validity and factor structure were tested. The internal consistency was assessed via Cronbach’s alpha; test-retest reliability was assessed by the intra-class correlation coefficient (ICC).Results: Cronbach’s alpha values ranged from 0.74 to 0.91 for the LYMQoL total and domain scores. Test-retest reliability was excellent (ICC=0.92-0.99). When the relation between LYMQoL and NHP was investigated, ‘good’ to ‘very good’ correlations were obtained (r=0.539-0.643, p
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22. Medical Applications of Skin Tissue Dielectric Constant Measurements.
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Mayrovitz HN
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Tissue dielectric constant (TDC) values assess certain skin properties that are dependent on multiple factors but mainly on the relative amount of water content within a locally measured tissue volume. Because of the non-invasive nature of these measurements and their ease of use, the method has been widely used in various medically related applications. The goal of this paper was to review and describe the uses and findings of such TDC measurements, considering and including the wide array of medical applications. The review is in part based on information derived from an analysis of published material obtained via literature searches of four major electronic databases and, in part, based on the author's experience with the TDC measurement methods and their various applications and his professional experiences. The databases searched were PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, and CINAHL Complete. Based on the initial search criteria, a total of 1257 titles were identified. After removing duplicates and filtering according to relevancy, 160 remained for detailed further review. In some cases, the bibliography of these retrieved articles provided additional sources. The findings demonstrate multiple research and medical uses and applications of TDC measurements, focusing on detecting and quantifying localized edema and lymphedema in multiple target sites. These include the upper and lower extremities, breasts, and trunk as regions involved in medical conditions causing lymphedema. In addition, the findings suggest that TDC evaluations are a convenient, non-invasive method to study and evaluate other conditions impacting skin, including diabetes mellitus and skin wounds or ulcers. Its ability to detect aspects of tissue changes simply and rapidly at almost any anatomical location makes it a useful tool for investigating multiple dermatological conditions and their treatment as future applications of this method., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright © 2023, Mayrovitz et al.)
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23. Near-infrared fluorescence imaging for the prevention and management of breast cancer-related lymphedema: A systematic review.
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Abbaci, Muriel, Conversano, Angelica, De Leeuw, Frederic, Laplace-Builhé, Corinne, and Mazouni, Chafika
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AXILLARY lymph node dissection ,META-analysis ,LYMPHEDEMA ,SENTINEL lymph nodes ,FLUORESCENCE ,INDOCYANINE green - Abstract
Sentinel lymph node identification by near infrared (NIR) fluorescence with indocyanine green (ICG) is recognized in the literature as a useful technique. NIR fluorescence technology could become key in the prevention and management of lymphedema after axillary dissection for breast cancer. Here, we conducted a systematic review focusing on ICG imaging to improve lymphedema prevention and treatment after axillary surgery. A systematic literature review was performed using MEDLINE and Embase to identify articles focused on ICG imaging for breast-cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). Qualitative analysis was performed to summarize the characteristics of reported ICG procedures. In situ tissue identification and functionality assessment based on fluorescence signal were evaluated. Clinical outcomes were appraised when reported. Studies relating to axillary reverse mapping, lymphography and upper limb supermicrosurgery combined with ICG imaging were identified. We included a total of 33 relevant articles with a total of 2016 patients enrolled. ICG imaging for axillary reverse mapping was safe for all 951 included patients, with identification of arm nodes in 80%–88% of patients with axillary lymph nodes dissection. However, the papers discuss the oncologic safety of the approach and how - regardless of the contrast agent - concerns limit its adoption. ICG lymphography is openly supported in BCRL management, with 1065 patients undergoing this procedure in 26 articles. The technique is reported for lymphedema diagnosis, with high sensitivity and specificity, staging, intraoperative mapping and patency control in lymphaticovenular anastomosis. The substantial advantages/disadvantages of ICG imaging procedures are finally described. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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24. Tackling the diversity of breast cancer related lymphedema: Perspectives on diagnosis, risk assessment, and clinical management.
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Michelotti, Anna, Invernizzi, Marco, Lopez, Gianluca, Lorenzini, Daniele, Nesa, Francesco, De Sire, Alessandro, and Fusco, Nicola
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Abstract Breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) develops as a consequence of surgical treatment and/or radiation therapy in a significant number of breast cancer patients. The etiology of this condition is multifactorial and has not yet been completely elucidated. Risk factors include high body mass index, radical surgical procedures (i.e. mastectomy and axillary lymph node dissection), number of lymph nodes removed and number of metastatic lymph nodes, as well as nodal radiation, and chemotherapy. However, these predisposing factors explain only partially the BCRL occurrence, suggesting the possible involvement of individual determinants. Despite the implementation of conservative approaches, BCRL still remains in a proportion of cases an incurable and progressive condition with major physical and psychological implications. To date, diagnostic methods and staging systems lack uniformity, leading to a possible underestimation of the real incidence of this condition, decreasing early detection and thus the possibility of an effective treatment. Several preventive and therapeutic options are available, both conservative and surgical, but are not included in a standardized intervention protocol, tailored on patient's specific characteristics. In this review, we provide a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-knowledge of BCRL management, novel advantages in the assessment of pre-operative evaluation and risk prediction and discuss strengths and weaknesses of diagnostic and treatment strategies currently accessible in clinical practice. Highlights • The etiology and risk factors of BCRL has not yet been completely elucidated. • Diagnostic methods, staging systems, follow-up schemes lack uniformity. • Several preventive and therapeutic options are available but are not included in a standardized intervention protocol. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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25. The 10-Min Holistic Self-Care for Patients with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: Pilot Randomized Controlled Study.
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Yoko Arinaga, Piller, Neil, Fumiko Sato, Takanori Ishida, Tohru Ohtake, Katsuko Kikuchi, Akiko Sato-Tadano, Hiroshi Tada, and Minoru Miyashita
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About 20% of patients with breast cancer are likely to develop breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) following an axillary clearance, and BCRL can be refractory or irreversible to treatment. The aim of this pilot randomized controlled study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a 10-min holistic self-care program for patients with BCRL in Japan. The intervention group (n = 22) practiced the BCRL self-care program including 1) modified Japanese Radio Taiso (Rajio Taiso, national calisthenics in Japan), 2) gentle arm exercises combined with deep breathing, 3) central lymphatic drainage, and 4) skin care using a traditional lymphatic drainage technique daily for 6 months, while the control group (n = 21) received usual care from their hospitals. There was significant group*time interaction in the relative edema volume and relative volume change of the hand, with the intervention group having the better outcome. The intervention group showed significant improvement in transepidermal water loss as well as the mental health component summary score of the SF-8, most of BCRL-related symptoms, self-care time and score, frequencies of exercise, self-lymphatic drainage and skin care, and perceived adherence and effectiveness to self-care, although we were unable to exclude the possibility of the Hawthorne effect. Notably, even in the control group, the self-care was similarly increased, but the significant improvements were detected only in transepidermal water loss on the forearm and upper arm, pain and coldness. In conclusion, the patients who practiced the holistic BCRL self-care for 6 months have shown greater improvement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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26. Development and Evaluation of a Satisfaction Questionnaire About Therapeutic Textile Devices Used for Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema
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Concepción Martín Cortijo, María Jesús Guijarro Cano, Cristina Martín-Arriscado Arroba, Virginia Toribio Rubio, Juan Avendaño Coy, Consuelo Calvo Bóveda, Esther García Delgado, and Violeta Pajero Otero
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medicine.medical_specialty ,Breast Cancer Lymphedema ,Breast Neoplasms ,Personal Satisfaction ,030204 cardiovascular system & hematology ,03 medical and health sciences ,0302 clinical medicine ,Patient satisfaction ,Surveys and Questionnaires ,hemic and lymphatic diseases ,medicine ,Humans ,Patient comfort ,business.industry ,Textiles ,Reproducibility of Results ,Satisfaction questionnaire ,Compression garment ,medicine.disease ,body regions ,Mood ,Lymphedema ,030220 oncology & carcinogenesis ,Physical therapy ,Female ,Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine ,business ,Textile (markup language) ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
Background: There is a need for an appropriate instrument to measure the satisfaction of patients about therapeutic textile devices used for breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). Methods and Res...
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27. Assessment of Arm Volume Using a Tape Measure Versus a 3D Optical Scanner in Survivors with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema
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Judy Mastick, John A. Shepherd, Marilyn J. Hammer, Sarah P. Cate, Mei R. Fu, Niharika Dixit, Betty Smoot, Christine Miaskowski, Kord M. Kober, Bruce A. Cooper, Steven M. Paul, Yvette P. Conley, Lori Kennedy Madden, and Merisa Piper
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Scanner ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Breast Cancer Lymphedema ,Immunology ,Breast Neoplasms ,3D optical scanner ,Breast cancer ,Cancer Survivors ,Breast Cancer ,medicine ,Humans ,Oncology & Carcinogenesis ,Lymphedema ,Cancer ,business.industry ,Original Articles ,lymphedema ,medicine.disease ,humanities ,circumference measures ,Arm ,Female ,Radiology ,arm volume ,Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Volume (compression) ,Tape measure - Abstract
Background: Lymphedema (LE) is a significant clinical problem for breast cancer survivors. While the water displacement test and circumferential assessment using a tape measure (TM) are common methods to assess differences in arm volumes, faster and more reliable methods are needed. Study purposes, in breast cancer survivors (n = 294), were to compare the average total arm volumes and interlimb volume ratios for women with and without a history of LE, using a TM and three-dimensional (3D), whole-body surface scanner (3D scan); compare the level of agreement between arm volumes and interlimb volume ratios obtained using the two devices; and evaluate the percent agreement between the two measures in classifying cases of LE using three accepted thresholds. Methods and Results: Measurements were done using a spring-loaded TM and Fit3D ProScanner. Paired t-tests and Bland-Altman analyses were used to achieve the study aims. For circumference and volume comparisons, compared with the 3D scan, values obtained using the TM were consistently smaller. In terms of level of agreement, the Bland-Altman analyses demonstrated large biases and wide limits of agreement for the calculated arm volumes and volume ratios. In terms of the classification of caseness, using the 200-mL interlimb volume difference criterion resulted in 81.6% overall agreement; using the >10% volume difference between the affected and unaffected arms resulted in 78.5% overall agreement; and using the volume ratio ≥1.04 criterion resulted in 62.5% overall agreement. For all three accepted threshold criteria, the percentage of cases was significantly different between the TM and 3D scan techniques. Conclusions: The 3D technology evaluated in this study has the potential to be used for self-initiated surveillance for LE. With improvements in landmark identification and software modifications, it is possible that accurate and reliable total arm volumes can be calculated and used for early detection.
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28. Prediction of the Presence of Fluid Accumulation in the Subcutaneous Tissue in BCRL Using Texture Analysis of Ultrasound Images
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Fumiya Hisano, Etsuko Fujimoto, Shiori Niwa, Atsushi Fukuyama, Keisuke Nakanishi, Kazuhiro Shimamoto, Toyone Kikumori, Ayana Mawaki, Chika Oshima, and Sachiyo Watanabe
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Male ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Breast Cancer Lymphedema ,Breast Neoplasms ,Subcutaneous Tissue ,Breast cancer ,hemic and lymphatic diseases ,Humans ,Medicine ,Lymphedema ,Texture (crystalline) ,Fluid accumulation ,skin and connective tissue diseases ,Ultrasonography ,business.industry ,Ultrasound ,Reproducibility of Results ,medicine.disease ,humanities ,body regions ,medicine.anatomical_structure ,Female ,Radiology ,Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Subcutaneous tissue - Abstract
Background: Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is a chronic swelling of the arm due to breast cancer treatment. Lymphedema is diagnosed and staged on the basis of limb circumference measuremen...
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29. Is There a Relationship Between Insulin Resistance and Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema? A Preliminary Study
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Emine Kaya and Pınar Doruk Analan
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Adult ,Blood Glucose ,Oncology ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Breast Neoplasms ,Body Mass Index ,Insulin resistance ,Breast cancer ,Internal medicine ,medicine ,Humans ,Insulin ,In patient ,Lymphedema ,Aged ,Metabolic Syndrome ,business.industry ,Middle Aged ,medicine.disease ,Obesity ,Blood insulin ,Female ,Insulin Resistance ,Metabolic syndrome ,Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
Background: High blood insulin levels, insulin resistance (IR), and obesity are components of metabolic syndrome (MetS). The literature has indicated a high risk of breast cancer in patients with M...
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30. Prevention of Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema Using the Lymphatic Microsurgical Preventive Healing Approach: A Case Report
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Jin A Yoon, Jae Woo Lee, Min Suk Park, and Joo Hyoung Kim
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Oncology ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Lymphatic system ,business.industry ,Internal medicine ,medicine ,General Earth and Planetary Sciences ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,General Environmental Science - Abstract
Breast cancer-related lymphedema is a major complication of breast cancer surgery. The lymphatic microsurgical preventive healing approach, a surgical technique that can prevent breast cancer-related lymphedema, creates a lymphovenous bypass between the damaged axillary lymphatics during axillary lymph node dissection and the axillary vein. We report a case using the unilateral lymphatic microsurgical preventive healing approach in a patient with bilateral breast cancer. A 58-year-old woman diagnosed with bilateral invasive ductal carcinoma underwent a bilateral nipple-sparing mastectomy. The lymphatic microsurgical preventive healing approach was performed on the left side after axillary lymph node dissection; the lymphatic microsurgical preventive healing approach was not performed after axillary sentinel lymph node biopsy on the right side. Six months after the surgery, MD Anderson Cancer Center stage 2 lymphedema was observed in the lymphography images of the right arm, where the lymphatic microsurgical preventive healing approach had not been performed.
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31. Diagnostic Contribution of Ultrasonography in Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema
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Banu Dilek, Nihan Erdinc Gunduz, Hülya Ellidokuz, Elif Akalin, and Ebru Şahin
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medicine.medical_specialty ,business.industry ,Breast Cancer Lymphedema ,Breast Neoplasms ,medicine.disease ,body regions ,Subcutaneous Tissue ,Lymphedema ,hemic and lymphatic diseases ,medicine ,Humans ,Female ,Radiology ,Ultrasonography ,Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine ,business ,Circumference measurements ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
Background: Many assessments have been reported and used in evaluating lymphedema. The aim of this study was to investigate the diagnostic contribution of ultrasonography in unilateral breast cancer-related lymphedema.
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32. Six-Month Follow-up for Investigating the Effect of Prophylactic Lymphovenous Anastomosis on the Prevention of Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: A Preliminary Study in a Single Institution
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Jae Woo Lee, Joo Hyoung Kim, Jin A Yoon, and Hyun Seung Lee
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medicine.medical_specialty ,business.industry ,General Earth and Planetary Sciences ,Medicine ,Single institution ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,General Environmental Science ,Surgery ,Month follow up ,Lymphovenous anastomosis - Abstract
Purpose: This study was performed to assess the effect of prophylactic lymphovenous anastomosis on the prevention of arm lymphedema after axillary lymph node dissection for breast cancer treatment.Methods: Among 69 women referred to undergo axillary lymph node dissection from January 2020 to June 2020, 21 were assigned to the treatment group and 48 to the control group. In the treatment group, 21 patients underwent prophylactic lymphovenous anastomosis for the prevention of breast cancer-related lymphedema. The other 48 patients in the control group did not undergo any preventive surgical treatment. Prophylactic lymphovenous anastomosis was performed at the same time as axillary lymph node dissection and breast cancer surgery. Postoperatively, all patients underwent circumferential measurements at 1, 3, and 6 months and lymphography at 6 months after the surgery. Results: None of the patients in the treatment group had lymphedema after the surgery (0%). In the control group, lymphedema occurred in nine patients (18.8%, p=0.049). No significant differences in the arm circumference were observed in the treatment group during follow-up (p>0.05), whereas the arm circumference in the control group showed a significant increase at 1, 3, and 6 months after axillary lymph node dissection (p0.05). Conclusion: Prophylactic lymphovenous anastomosis represents a valid super microsurgical technique for the primary prevention of breast cancer-related lymphedema.
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33. Diagnostic Criteria for Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema of the Upper Extremity: The Need for Universal Agreement
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Loryn K Bucci, Cheryl L. Brunelle, Yara W Kassamani, Madison C Bernstein, Tracy Nassif, Tessa C Gillespie, and Alphonse G. Taghian
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medicine.medical_specialty ,medicine.diagnostic_test ,business.industry ,MEDLINE ,Early detection ,Physical examination ,Sequela ,medicine.disease ,Diagnostic tools ,Breast cancer ,Lymphedema ,Oncology ,Medicine ,Surgery ,business ,Intensive care medicine ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
With advances in breast cancer treatments and resultant increased survival rates, emphasis has been placed on post-treatment complications such as breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL), a chronic, negative sequela of breast cancer treatment. Accurate BCRL diagnosis necessitates longitudinal screening beginning at preoperative baseline. Prospective screening programs incorporating symptoms, objective measurements and clinical examination allow for early detection, early intervention, and improved BCRL prognosis. Currently, varied diagnostic criteria for BCRL exist, and this lack of consensus leads to variation in diagnostic and screening practices across institutions. This review outlines current diagnostic tools, including subjective and objective measurement methods and clinical examination. The merits of different criteria are evaluated and recommendations are made regarding measurement tools and diagnostic criteria for BCRL. Ultimately, the BCRL diagnostic process should be universalized and combine objective measurements, clinical evaluation, and symptoms assessment, and adhere to the best practices of the measurement tools used.
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34. Lymphatic dysfunction on indocyanine green lymphography in breast cancer patients undergoing sentinel lymph node biopsy
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Rikiya Nakamura, Naohito Yamamoto, Yoshitaka Kubota, Shinsuke Akita, Nobuyuki Mitsukawa, and Hideki Tokumoto
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Indocyanine Green ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Sentinel lymph node ,Breast Neoplasms ,chemistry.chemical_compound ,Postoperative Complications ,Breast cancer ,Biopsy ,Humans ,Medicine ,Lymphedema ,Coloring Agents ,medicine.diagnostic_test ,Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy ,business.industry ,Lymphography ,medicine.disease ,Surgery ,Lymphatic system ,chemistry ,Lymphatic Metastasis ,Female ,Radiology ,business ,Indocyanine green ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Published
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35. Measurement of Local Tissue Water in Patients with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema.
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Bakar, Yeşim, Tuğral, Alper, and Üyetürk, Ümmügül
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Studies revealed that having “1.20” or upper interarm local tissue water (LTW) ratio which can be calculated through tissue dielectric constant (TDC) method might be the determinant of clinical lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. The purpose of this study was to confirm these findings and determine the sensitivity and specificity of LTW (%) measurement method in patients with breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL).Background: Sixty-three participants were recruited to this study in two groups as follows: the lymphedema group (Methods and Results: n = 32), who had BCRL after breast cancer surgery, and the latent group (n = 31), who had breast cancer surgery yet having no lymphedema. LTW (%) measurement of those was conducted with Moisture Meter-D compact (MMDc, Delfin Technologies, Kuopio, Finland) at sites 8 cm proximal (biceps) and 6 cm distal (forearm) from the antecubital fossa, 10 cm inferior from the axilla (lateral thorax) in 2.5 mm depth. Sensitivity and specificity of TDC method were analyzed based on the reference having 1.20 or upper interarm LTW ratio in both groups. Absolute LTW (%) values were significantly different (Results: p < 0.001) between groups in forearm (latent: 26.96 ± 3.35, lymphedema: 36.85 ± 9.32) and in biceps (latent: 26.54 ± 4.11, lymphedema: 36.45 ± 9.91) while in lateral thorax reference point (latent: 35.22 ± 7.44, lymphedema: 33.32 ± 5.08) there was not (p = 0.241). Interarm LTW ratios were significantly different (p < 0.001) between groups in forearm (latent: 1.01 ± 0.06, lymphedema: 1.40 ± 0.35) and in biceps (latent: 1.02 ± 0.10, lymphedema: 1.42 ± 0.38) while in lateral thorax reference point (latent: 1.10 ± 0.25, lymphedema: 1.07 ± 0.16) there was not(p = 0.896). Sensitivity and specificity of the TDC method were 65% and 94%, respectively. Absolute LTW (%) values and interarm LTW ratios were significantly different between patients with clinically diagnosed BCRL and patients with no BCRL (latent group). TDC method has been gradually gaining attention in clinical use and this method might be the preferable method in case of early detection of BCRL in patients in latent phase. Regular follow-ups would be beneficial if objective and sensitive measurement techniques were done in clinical settings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]Conclusion: - Published
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36. Low level laser therapy (Photobiomodulation therapy) for breast cancer-related lymphedema: a systematic review.
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Baxter, G. David, Lizhou Liu, Petrich, Simone, Gisselman, Angela Spontelli, Chapple, Cathy, Anders, Juanita J., Tumilty, Steve, and Liu, Lizhou
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Background: Breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) is a prevalent complication secondary to cancer treatments which significantly impacts the physical and psychological health of breast cancer survivors. Previous research shows increasing use of low level laser therapy (LLLT), now commonly referred to as photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy, for BCRL. This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of LLLT (PBM) in the management of BCRL.Methods: Clinical trials were searched in PubMed, AMED, Web of Science, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure up to November 2016. Two reviewers independently assessed the methodological quality and adequacy of LLLT (PBM) in these clinical trials. Primary outcome measures were limb circumference/volume, and secondary outcomes included pain intensity and range of motion. Because data were clinically heterogeneous, best evidence synthesis was performed.Results: Eleven clinical trials were identified, of which seven randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were chosen for analysis. Overall, the methodological quality of included RCTs was high, whereas the reporting of treatment parameters was poor. Results indicated that there is strong evidence (three high quality trials) showing LLLT (PBM) was more effective than sham treatment for limb circumference/volume reduction at a short-term follow-up. There is moderate evidence (one high quality trial) indicating that LLLT (PBM) was more effective than sham laser for short-term pain relief, and limited evidence (one low quality trial) that LLLT (PBM) was more effective than no treatment for decreasing limb swelling at short-term follow-up.Conclusions: Based upon the current systematic review, LLLT (PBM) may be considered an effective treatment approach for women with BCRL. Due to the limited numbers of published trials available, there is a clear need for well-designed high-quality trials in this area. The optimal treatment parameters for clinical application have yet to be elucidated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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37. American Society of Breast Surgeons’ Practice Patterns for Patients at Risk and Affected by Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema
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V. Suzanne Klimberg, Francesco Boccardo, Sheldon Feldman, Mark A. Smith, Sarah M. DeSnyder, Paul T R Thiruchelvam, Sarah A. McLaughlin, and Min Yi
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Background In 2017, the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) published expert panel recommendations for patients at risk for breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) and those affected by BCRL. This study sought to determine BCRL practice patterns. Methods A survey was sent to 2975 ASBrS members. Questions evaluated members' clinical practice type, practice duration, and familiarity with BCRL recommendations. Descriptive statistics, the chi-square test, and Fisher's exact test were used. Results Of the ASBrS members surveyed, 390 (13.1%) responded. Most of the breast surgeons (58.5%, 228/390) indicated unfamiliarity with recommendations. Nearly all respondents (98.7%, 385/390) educate at-risk patients. Most (60.2%, 234/389) instruct patients to avoid venipuncture, injection or blood pressure measurements in the at-risk arm, and 35.6% (138/388) recommend prophylactic compression sleeve use during air travel. Nearly all (97.7%, 380/389) encourage those at-risk to exercise, including resistance exercise (86.2%, 331/384). Most do not perform axillary reverse mapping (ARM) (67.9%, 264/389) or a lymphatic preventive healing approach (LYMPHA) (84.9%, 331/390). Most (76.1%, 296/389) screen at-risk patients for BCRL. The most frequently used screening tools include self-reported symptoms (81%, 255/315), circumferential tape measure (54%, 170/315) and bioimpedance spectroscopy (27.3%, 86/315). After a BCRL diagnosis, most (90%, 351/390) refer management to a lymphedema-certified physical therapist. For affected patients, nearly all encourage exercise (98.7%, 384/389). Many (49%, 191/390) refer affected patients for consideration of lymphovenous bypass or lymph node transfer. Conclusion Most respondents were unfamiliar with the ASBrS expert panel recommendations for patients at risk for BCRL and those affected by BCRL. Opportunities exist to increase awareness of best practices and to acquire ARM and LYMPHA technical expertise.
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38. Correlation of older age with severity of lymphedema in breast cancer survivors: A systematic review
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Antonio J. Forte, Maria T Huayllani, Francisco R. Avila, Daniel Boczar, and Gunel Guliyeva
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0301 basic medicine ,Cancer Research ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Ovid medline ,Secondary lymphedema ,business.industry ,General Medicine ,medicine.disease ,Correlation ,03 medical and health sciences ,030104 developmental biology ,0302 clinical medicine ,Lymphedema ,Breast cancer ,Oncology ,Outcome reporting ,030220 oncology & carcinogenesis ,Internal medicine ,medicine ,Population study ,medicine.symptom ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
BACKGROUND: Breast cancer is the most frequent cause of secondary lymphedema. Besides being progressive and chronic, lymphedema is usually hard to treat. That is why the clinicians are more focused on the prevention of its development and progression. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to evaluate the possible relationship between the age of patients and the severity of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). METHODS: PubMed, Scopus, and Ovid MEDLINE databases were searched for articles, which described the relationship between aging and BCRL development. Two authors searched for and selected articles independently. RESULTS: Out of 562 studies selected, 8 studies met the inclusion criteria. However, 2 papers had the same study population, so only 7 were included in the final analysis. The total number of patients in those 7 studies was 3,904. Five out of 7 studies included in our review depicted the association of more severe forms of BCRL with older age. CONCLUSION: The final analysis showed that aging is related to the severity of BCRL. However, due to heterogeneity in study outcome reporting, the cause and effect relationship could not be determined.
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39. Liposuction-assisted brachioplasty in breast cancer-related lymphedema: Impact on volume reduction and quality of life
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Benoit Chaput, Barbara Garmy-Susini, J. Malloizel-Delaunay, E. Chantalat, Charlotte Vaysse, H. Leray, C. Chollet, A. Yannoutsos, and B. Cabarrou
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medicine.medical_specialty ,Quality of life ,business.industry ,Liposuction ,medicine.medical_treatment ,Medicine ,Volume reduction ,Surgery ,Brachioplasty ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Published
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40. Cost-Effectiveness Analysis: Lymph Node Transfer vs Lymphovenous Bypass for Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema
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Kathryn E. Huber, Rachel J. Buchsbaum, Dhruv Singhal, Cate Mullen, Yurie Sekigami, Sydney Char, Yu Cao, Abhishek Chatterjee, Roger A. Graham, and Salvatore Nardello
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medicine.medical_specialty ,Visual analogue scale ,Cost effectiveness ,Breast Cancer Lymphedema ,Cost-Benefit Analysis ,Medicare ,03 medical and health sciences ,Postoperative Complications ,0302 clinical medicine ,medicine ,Humans ,Lymph node ,health care economics and organizations ,Lymphatic Vessels ,business.industry ,Decision Trees ,Cost-effectiveness analysis ,Middle Aged ,medicine.disease ,United States ,Quality-adjusted life year ,medicine.anatomical_structure ,Lymphedema ,030220 oncology & carcinogenesis ,Female ,030211 gastroenterology & hepatology ,Surgery ,Lymph Nodes ,Quality-Adjusted Life Years ,Radiology ,business ,Monte Carlo Method ,Vascular Surgical Procedures ,Incremental cost-effectiveness ratio ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
Background Lymph node transfer (LNT) and lymphovenous bypass (LVB) have been described as 2 major surgical options for patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) who have failed conservative therapy. The objective of our study was to perform a cost-effectiveness analysis comparing LNT and LVB for the treatment of BCRL. Study design Rates of infection, lymph leak, and failure of LNT and LVB were obtained from a previously published meta-analysis. Failure of surgery was defined as the inability to cease compression therapy postoperatively. Procedural costs were calculated from Medicare reimbursement rates. Cost of conservative management of postoperative surgical site infection, lymph leak, and continued decongestive physiotherapy after failed surgery were obtained from literature review. Average utility scores for each health state were calculated using a visual analog scale survey, then converted to quality-adjusted life years (QALYs). A decision tree was constructed, and incremental cost-effectiveness ratio was assessed at $50,000/QALY. Deterministic and probabilistic sensitivity analyses were performed to evaluate the robustness of our findings. Results LNT was less costly ($22,492 vs $31,927) and more effective (31.82 QALY vs 29.24 QALY) than LVB. One-way (deterministic) sensitivity analysis demonstrated that LNT became cost-ineffective when its failure rate was more than 43.8%. LVB became more cost-effective than LNT when its failure rate was less than 21.4%. Probabilistic sensitivity analysis using Monte-Carlo simulation indicated that even with uncertainty present in the variables analyzed, the majority of simulations (97%) favored LNT as the more cost-effective strategy. Conclusions: LNT is a dominant, cost-effective strategy compared to LVB for the treatment of BCRL.
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41. Self-care practices, patient education in women with breast cancer-related lymphedema
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Deveci, Zeynep, Karayurt, Özgül, and Eyigör, Sibel
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Risk ,medicine.medical_specialty ,medicine.medical_treatment ,Psychological intervention ,Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation ,Affect (psychology) ,03 medical and health sciences ,Breast cancer ,0302 clinical medicine ,self-care ,medicine ,Rehabilitation ,030504 nursing ,business.industry ,medicine.disease ,Management ,Lymphedema ,education of patient lymphedema ,Adherence ,030220 oncology & carcinogenesis ,Family medicine ,Self care ,Original Article ,Surgery ,0305 other medical science ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Patient education - Abstract
Objectives: This study aims to evaluate self-care practices, sociodemographic and clinical factors that affect self-care and patient education among women with breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). Patients and methods: This descriptive, cross-sectional study included a total of 102 women with BCRL (median age: 59 years; range, 35 to 80 years) who received lymphedema (LE) treatment at least once between July 2014 and May 2016. A Sociodemographic and Clinical Characteristics Form and the Lymphedema Self-care Survey were used to collect data via face-to-face interviews. Results: The median LE self-care practices score for women was 10 (range, 5 to 14). A total of 39.1% of the women implemented regular self-care. A statistically significant relationship was found between the score for perceived benefit of LE self-care and the score for self-care practice. No statistically significant difference was found among the self-care scores of the women with LE in terms of sociodemographic and clinical factors, except for education status. A total of 90.2% of the women with LE received self-care education, mostly from a physical therapy specialist and a physiotherapist. There was a statistically significant difference among self-care scores between patients who were educated and uneducated about LE. Conclusion: It is recommended that healthcare professionals should educate patients diagnosed with breast cancer to reduce LE risk and promote the implementation of self-care practices following the breast cancer surgery. Interventions should be made to increase the perceived benefits and reduce the perceived barriers and burden towards self-care behaviors to prevent and manage LE.
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42. Minimize the extent and morbidity of axillary dissection for node-positive breast cancer patients: implementation of axillary lymph node dissection based on breast lymphatics level
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Gaosong Wu, Yiqian Liao, Jinxuan Hou, Lewei Zheng, Qianqian Yuan, and Yukun He
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Indocyanine Green ,Cancer Research ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Axillary lymph nodes ,Sentinel lymph node ,Breast Neoplasms ,Pilot Projects ,030230 surgery ,Breast cancer related lymphedema ,lcsh:RC254-282 ,03 medical and health sciences ,0302 clinical medicine ,Breast cancer ,Biopsy ,Axillary lymph node dissection ,Genetics ,medicine ,Humans ,Breast ,Lymphedema ,Prospective Studies ,Mastectomy ,Intraoperative Care ,medicine.diagnostic_test ,Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy ,business.industry ,Dissection ,Axillary Lymph Node Dissection ,Middle Aged ,medicine.disease ,lcsh:Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,Lymphatic system ,medicine.anatomical_structure ,Oncology ,Lymphatic Metastasis ,030220 oncology & carcinogenesis ,Axilla ,Practice Guidelines as Topic ,Lymph Node Excision ,Female ,Lymph ,Radiology ,Sentinel Lymph Node ,business ,Research Article - Abstract
Background Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is associated with extensive axillary dissection. Axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) based on breast lymphatics level (BLL) was proposed to minimize the surgical extent for node-positive breast cancer patients. Methods A total of 156 consecutive sentinel lymph node-positive (SLN+) or clinically node-positive (cN+) patients underwent sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) with indocyanine green and methylene blue (MB). The SLNs were injected with 0.1 ml MB before removal, and a standard ALND was subsequently performed. The nodes adjacent to the blue-stained axillary lymph nodes from the breast (bALNs) were sent for pathological examination separately by resecting serial tissue every 0.5 cm away from the marginal blue-stained bALNs. Then, a pilot study comparing ALND based on BLL and standard ALND was performed. Results BLL were successfully identified in 20 SLN+ (100%) and 134 cN+ (98.5%) patients. The median number of BLL was four, ranging from three to six. A horizontal line 1.0 cm away from the superior blue-stained bALN and a vertical line 1.0 cm away from the medial blue-stained bALN formed BLL II, III, and IV. All of the additional positive nodes were within 1.0 cm of the blue-stained bALNs. The minimized axillary dissection should resect upwards from the lowest BLL that contains the first confirmed negative blue-stained bALNs. In the pilot study, no patient developed axillary recurrence. Conclusion The ALND surgical procedure based on BLL could minimize the surgical extent for pathological node-positive breast cancer patients and potentially reduce the BCRL rate. Trial registration ChiCTR1800014247.
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43. Adipose-derived regenerative cells and lipotransfer in alleviating breast cancer-related lymphedema: An open-label phase I trial with 4 years of follow-up
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Jens Ahm Sørensen, Søren P. Sheikh, Ditte Caroline Andersen, Mads Gustaf Jørgensen, Navid Mohamadpour Toyserkani, and Charlotte Harken Jensen
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0301 basic medicine ,Medicine (General) ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Breast Cancer Lymphedema ,Breast Neoplasms ,Human Clinical Articles ,law.invention ,03 medical and health sciences ,R5-920 ,0302 clinical medicine ,Human Clinical Article ,Randomized controlled trial ,Quality of life ,law ,medicine ,Clinical endpoint ,Humans ,QH573-671 ,business.industry ,pilot study ,Adipose-Derived Regenerative Cells ,Cell Biology ,General Medicine ,fat transfer ,fat graft ,medicine.disease ,stromal vascular fraction ,adipose tissue ,Surgery ,030104 developmental biology ,Lymphedema ,Cellulitis ,Quality of Life ,Female ,Neoplasm Recurrence, Local ,Open label ,Cytology ,business ,030217 neurology & neurosurgery ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Follow-Up Studies ,Stem Cell Transplantation ,Developmental Biology - Abstract
Patients with breast cancer‐related lymphedema (BCRL) have reduced quality of life and arm function. Current treatments are palliative, and treatments improving lymphedema are lacking. Preclinical studies have suggested that adipose‐derived regenerative cells (ADRCs) can alleviate lymphedema. We, therefore, aimed to assess whether ADRCs can alleviate lymphedema in clinical reality with long‐term follow‐up. We treated 10 patients with BCRL using ADRCs and a scar‐releasing lipotransfer to the axillary region, and all patients were followed 1, 3, 6, 12, and 48 months after treatment. The primary endpoint was change in arm volume. Secondary endpoints were safety, change in lymphedema symptoms, quality of life, lymphedema‐associated cellulitis, and conservative treatment use. There was no significant decrease in BCRL volume after treatment. However, self‐reported upper extremity disability and arm heaviness and tension improved. Six patients reduced their use of conservative BCRL treatment. Five patients felt that their BCRL had improved substantially, and four of these would redo the treatment. We did not observe any cases of locoregional breast cancer recurrence. In this phase I study with 4 years of follow‐up, axillary delivered ADRCs and lipotransfer were safe and feasible and improved BCRL symptoms and upper extremity function. Randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm the results of this study., This graphical abstract shows the improvements in patients self‐reported lymphedema symptoms and arm function. P = P value
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44. Abstract PS9-34: Initial experience using the SOZO bio-impedance device over a 2 year surveillance period for identifying subclinical breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) in patients attending a multidisciplinary breast clinic
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Denise Pfeiffer, Kristi Damrill, David T Rock, Caroline A. Lamb, Meagan Lord, and Katrina Stewart
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Cancer Research ,Pediatrics ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Oncology ,Breast clinic ,Multidisciplinary approach ,business.industry ,Bio impedance ,medicine ,In patient ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Subclinical infection - Abstract
Lymphedema is a leading posttreatment complication for many cancer patients. Roughly 1 of 3 women treated for breast cancer with surgery, radiation, or taxane based chemotherapy will develop chronic lymphedema. Lymphedema is characterized by buildup of lymphatic fluid that causes painful and debilitating tightness and swelling of the extremity with decreased range of motion and increased risk of infection. Unfortunately, it is rarely diagnosed until it has become symptomatic due to fibrotic changes and lipid deposition caused by protein rich extracellular fluid stasis. If the condition is diagnosed when it is preclinical, stage 0, it is reversible with outpatient intervention. Traditional screening methods for lymphedema include limb measurements with a tape measure or by volume displacement however, these techniques can be inaccurate and require significant volume change in the affected limb for detection. The SOZO is a relatively new device that uses noninvasive bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) which can detect fluid changes as small as 36 cc. This allows detection of lymphedema at the preclinical stage allowing early intervention with decompressive therapy and compression garments which can reduce the progression of lymphedema by 95%. We reviewed our initial 2-year experience using the SOZO device for lymphedema screening in our multidisciplinary breast clinic. Of the 239 patients who were seen in the multidisciplinary breast clinic, 160 patients had a baseline measurement prior to intervention and 128 of those patients had posttreatment measurements. Of those patients, 35 (27%) were referred for lymphedema therapy. Of those patients referred, 62% were stage 0, 28% were stage I, and 6% were stage II. One patient with stage 0 lymphedema at the initial postoperative measurement progressed to stage I but returned to baseline after treatment. None of the remaining stage 0 patients developed disease progression. Of the 10 patients that had developed stage I lymphedema at the time of their initial postoperative measurement, 6 were down staged to stage 0 after appropriate treatment, 2 continue to receive lymphedema therapy but have not progressed beyond stage I, and 2 were lost to follow-up. It is important to note that 30 of the 35 patients referred for lymphedema therapy were also referred to physical therapy or occupational therapy for functional impairments including decreased range of motion, axillary cording, and scar restriction. These early results showed that a surveillance program using the SOZO bioimpedance technology with pretreatment and posttreatment measurements allows early detection of breast cancer related lymphedema in the preclinical and early clinical stages when therapeutic intervention is most effective. Early stage lymphedema was also found to be associated with an increased incidence of functional impairment including decreased range of motion, axillary cording, and scar contracture. Evaluation for those impairments should be considered in all patients who develop lymphedema. Citation Format: Denise Pfeiffer, Meagan Lord, Caroline Lamb, Kristi Damrill, Katrina Stewart, David T Rock. Initial experience using the SOZO bio-impedance device over a 2 year surveillance period for identifying subclinical breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) in patients attending a multidisciplinary breast clinic [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Virtual Symposium; 2020 Dec 8-11; San Antonio, TX. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Res 2021;81(4 Suppl):Abstract nr PS9-34.
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45. Factors Impacting Management of Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema (BCRL) in Hispanic/Latina Breast Cancer Survivors: A Literature Review
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Elizabeth A. Anderson and Jane M. Armer
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Oncology ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Physical activity ,Breast Neoplasms ,Article ,03 medical and health sciences ,0302 clinical medicine ,Breast cancer ,Cancer Survivors ,Internal medicine ,medicine ,Humans ,Lymphedema ,Survivors ,030212 general & internal medicine ,General Nursing ,030505 public health ,business.industry ,Sequela ,Hispanic or Latino ,medicine.disease ,humanities ,Quality of Life ,Female ,Health behavior ,0305 other medical science ,business ,human activities ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
Introduction: Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is a treatment sequela with negative physical and psychological implications. BCRL is a lifetime concern for survivors and is currently incurable. With the increase in the Latino population in the United States, it is critical for the cancer care community to address factors that increase BCRL risk and negatively impact long-term quality of life. This literature review undertook to identify successful intervention strategies for BCRL among Latina survivors. Methods: Multiple databases were searched for published articles from 2006 to 2020. PRISMA guidelines were utilized. Data were extracted related to physical activity, diet, and psychosocial stress concerns of Latinas at risk for or living with BCRL. Results: Eleven interventions combined education and skill-building techniques to address physical activity, diet, and stress management for BCRL. Family involvement, peer-mentoring, culturally tailored education, and self-care skill development were identified as important for Latina survivors. Conclusion: Latina survivors may benefit from culturally tailored BCRL education programs and self-management interventions. Health care professionals and researchers should consider cultural influences when developing clinical intervention strategies to enhance outcomes for Latinas at risk for living with BCRL. In addition, including family members and/or peers in such strategies may be helpful to Latina survivors.
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46. The effect of exercise and complete decongestive therapy on edema volume and shoulder range of motion in patients with breast cancer related lymphedema: A randomized clinical trial
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medicine.medical_specialty ,business.industry ,law.invention ,Randomized controlled trial ,law ,Edema ,medicine ,In patient ,Radiology ,medicine.symptom ,Range of motion ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Volume (compression) - Published
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47. The important role of nighttime compression in breast cancer–related lymphedema treatment
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Alphonse G. Ag and Cheryl L. Brunelle
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Oncology ,Cancer Research ,medicine.medical_specialty ,business.industry ,Breast Cancer Lymphedema ,Breast Neoplasms ,medicine.disease ,Compression (physics) ,Lymphedema ,Breast cancer ,Internal medicine ,medicine ,Humans ,Female ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Published
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48. Age as a risk factor for breast cancer-related lymphedema: a systematic review
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Maria T Huayllani, Antonio J. Forte, Francisco R. Avila, Daniel Boczar, Gunel Guliyeva, and Xiaona Lu
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Pediatrics ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Oncology (nursing) ,business.industry ,Public health ,Evidence-based medicine ,medicine.disease ,Health informatics ,03 medical and health sciences ,0302 clinical medicine ,Breast cancer ,Lymphedema ,Oncology ,030220 oncology & carcinogenesis ,medicine ,030212 general & internal medicine ,Risk factor ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Medical literature - Abstract
Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) has been widely reported in the medical literature. Various patient characteristics, including age, have been investigated as possible risk factors for this disease entity, but the existence and direction of the cause-and-effect relationship are still unclear. In this review, we aimed to evaluate the effect of age on development of BRCL. PubMed, Scopus, and Ovid MEDLINE were searched for relevant articles, which were found to be published between 1974 and 2020. Twenty-six studies involving 19,396 patients were selected. The average age of patients was 54.9. 26 studies were included in the final analysis, and 13 articles reported no association between age and BCRL development. Though studies presented different findings, the majority did not identify age as a risk factor for development of lymphedema. However, the level of evidence of individual studies was low. In this article, we call attention to the need for uniform design of lymphedema studies and diagnosis. All patients should be informed and screened regularly for lymphedema during and after the treatment independent of their age.
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49. Is bioimpedance spectroscopy a useful tool for objectively assessing lymphovenous bypass surgical outcomes in breast cancer-related lymphedema?
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James A. Butterworth, Amanda Sutherland, Christa R. Balanoff, Amanda N. Hangge, Amanda L. Amin, S. Korentager, Kelsey E. Larson, and Jamie L. Wagner
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0301 basic medicine ,Cancer Research ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Future studies ,business.industry ,Anastomosis ,medicine.disease ,Oncologic surgery ,03 medical and health sciences ,030104 developmental biology ,0302 clinical medicine ,Lymphedema ,Breast cancer ,Oncology ,Bioimpedance spectroscopy ,030220 oncology & carcinogenesis ,Medicine ,In patient ,Radiology ,business ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema - Abstract
We sought to determine if bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) measurements can accurately assess changes in breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) in patients undergoing lymphovenous bypass (LVB). Patients undergoing LVB for BCRL refractory to conservative treatment from 1/2015 to 12/2018 were identified from an IRB-approved prospectively maintained database at a single institution. All breast cancer patients were assessed with baseline BIS measurements prior to any oncologic surgery and serial BIS during follow-up office visits including before and after LVB. Clinicopathologic information, LVB operative details, and pre- and post-LVB operative BIS measurements were collected. Analysis focused on clinically significant BIS change, defined as two standard deviations (SD), and comparing LVB anastomosis to BIS changes. During the study timeframe, nine patients underwent LVB for treatment of BCRL. The majority (78%) received radiation, taxane chemotherapy, and underwent axillary dissection. An average of 5.6 LVB anastomoses were performed per patient. The average change in BIS following LVB was a 3SD reduction, indicating a clinically significant change. This improvement was stable over time, with persistent 2SD reduction at 22 months postoperatively. The number of LVB anastomoses performed did not significantly correlate with the degree of BIS change. This is the first study to utilize BIS measurements to assess response to LVB surgical intervention for BCRL. BIS measurements demonstrated clinically significant improvement after LVB, providing objective evidence in support of this surgical treatment for BCRL. BIS changes should be reported as key objective data in future studies assessing BCRL interventions, including response to LVB.
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50. Determination of Bioelectrical Impedance Thresholds for Early Detection of Breast Cancer-related Lymphedema
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Xinmei Ren, Miao Liu, Siyuan Wang, Houpu Yang, Shu Wang, Siyao Liu, Ying Cui, and Quanping Zhao
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Adult ,Youden's J statistic ,Early detection ,Breast Neoplasms ,Reference range ,Body Mass Index ,breast cancer ,Breast cancer ,Reference Values ,Republic of Korea ,Electric Impedance ,Humans ,Medicine ,Cutoff ,Prospective Studies ,Aged ,business.industry ,bioelectrical impedance ,General Medicine ,lymphedema ,Middle Aged ,medicine.disease ,Healthy Volunteers ,Lymphedema ,Case-Control Studies ,Arm ,Female ,business ,Nuclear medicine ,Bioelectrical impedance analysis ,Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema ,Research Paper - Abstract
Background: Bioelectrical impedance technology is a common technique used for the early detection of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). However, studies on the threshold value established by Inbody 720 device (Biospace, Korea) have been extremely limited. We aimed to determine its reference range and cutoff values. Methods: All patients were recruited from October 2017 to October 2019 at the Peking University People's Hospital Breast Center. In total, 82 patients with unilateral BCRL and 1305 healthy subjects were recruited in this study. We measured the extracellular fluid (ECF) ratio, extracellular water (ECW) ratio, as well as the single-frequency bioimpedance analysis (SFBIA) ratios at 1 and 5 kHz with the Inbody 720 device. The Youden index-based cutoff points, mean + 2SD and mean + 3SD values of these four indicators for both dominant and nondominant arms were also calculated. Results: Data were collected from 1387 women, including healthy subjects and patients with lymphedema. All statistical analyses were performed with SPSS. Significant differences were found between the two groups in the ECW, ECF, and SFBIA ratios. For the dominant affected arms, the Youden index-based cutoff points for the ECF, ECW, as well as SFBIA ratios at 1 and 5 kHz were 1.009, 1.008, 1.068, and 1.068, respectively. For the nondominant affected arms, the Youden index-based cutoff points were 1.014, 1.013, 1.047, and 1.048, respectively. The mean + 2 standard deviations (SD) and mean + 3SD values were also calculated. Conclusions: We determined the Youden index-based cutoff points, mean + 2SD and mean + 3SD values of the ECF, ECW, as well as SFBIA ratios at 1 and 5 kHz for both dominant and nondominant arms with data from 1305 healthy subjects. Next, the Youden index-based cutoff points, the mean + 2SD and mean + 3SD values were used to recognize patients with lymphedema. We found that the Youden index-based cutoff points and the mean + 2SD showed similar identification capacity on lymphedema, and they seemed to distinguish more patients with lymphedema than mean + 3SD values.
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