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The hybrid approach to treating severe lower-extremity lymphoedema

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The hybrid approach to treating severe lower-extremity lymphoedema

Robert Harris, Yoshihiro Ogawa, Yuichi Hamada, Yuko Takanishi
10 July 2019

Treating patients with severe lymphoedema can be challenging due to the recurrence of oedema over time. This case study illustrates how using different approaches provided a longer-term solution for a patient. A combination of traditional combined decongestive therapy, self-care and surgery were used to provide a successful outcome.

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