Lymphedema - Diagnosis and Treatment (Hardcover, 2007 ed.)

A comprehensive, evidence-based introduction to the area of lymphology, the book is directed mainly to the US audience and will appeal to an interdiscplinary field of health professionals. It describes the unique anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system and the intimate relationship it shares with the venous system. It explores the differential diagnosis of the swollen leg/arm, which is often the presenting problem to the health care professional.The necessity of history taking, physical examination and laboratory studies are noted. Treatment methods are described as an introduction and psychosocial and quality of life issues are explored in depth. The book will appeal to primary care physicians whose cancer patients are sent to radiation oncologists (who themselves must be knowledgeable about possible lymphedema following treatment), and to physical therapists, occupational therapists as well as massage therapists, physicians practicing holistic medicine, and every US medical school and phlebologists.

General

Imprint:	Springer London
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	February 2008
First published:	2008
Authors:	Lawrence L. Tretbar • Cheryl L Morgan • Byung-Boong Lee • Simon J Simonian • Benoit Blondeau
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 6mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	73
Edition:	2007 ed.
ISBN-13:	978-1-84628-548-6
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Endocrinology > General Promotions
LSN:	1-84628-548-8
Barcode:	9781846285486

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