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THE AXILLARY WEB AND ITS LYMPHATIC ORIGIN.
THE AXILLARY WEB AND ITS LYMPHATIC ORIGIN.
- Source :
- Lymphology; Dec2016, Vol. 49 Issue 4, p185-191, 7p
- Publication Year :
- 2016
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Abstract
- The article discusses the causes of axillary web syndrome (AWS) also known as cording which occurs after cancer surgery involving axillary lymph node removal. Other topics discussed include the origin of AWS during post-operative healing, reduced risk of AWS in people with high body mass index (BMI), and strenuous exercise leading to AWS development.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00247766
- Volume :
- 49
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Lymphology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 128326510