Free eBooks
Lymphedema: Complete Medical And Surgical Management
Available To Downloads

Lymphedema: Complete Surgical and Medical Management is one of the first books to cover the state of the field, encompassing both surgical and nonsurgical treatments. It is divided into several areas: Anatomy, Physiology, and Lymphangiogenesis Pathophysiology and Clinical Presentation Diagnosis Treatment – including surgical and pharmacologic therapy Research and Future Directions The book opens with chapters on anatomy and embryology, discusses the physiology of the lymphatic system, and examines the pathophysiology of primary and secondary lymphedema. It also reviews risk factors in breast cancer, examines lymphedema in pediatrics, and explores sentinel node biopsy. In addition, the book describes psychological and dermatological implications. Buidling on this foundation, the text discusses diagnostic modalities, biomarkers, and differential lymph node mapping and clinical staging. It includes the history of lymphedema treatment and an overview of various past and present treatments in India and China, then explores pharmacological options, excisional approaches, liposuction, and venous implantation methods. Detailed presentations of lymphatic grafts and surgical treatments round out the coverage. The book closes with a discussion on animal models, improving patient outcomes, and the potential use of stem cells in lymphedema management. Using a consistent format throughout, the book includes more than 500 illustrations, many in color. A DVD with practical surgical videos is included. With US, European, and Asian-Pacific contributing experts, this book presents a truly global approach.

Hardcover: 654 pages

Publisher: CRC Press; 1 Har/Psc/ edition (August 26, 2015)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1482241099

ISBN-13: 978-1482241099

Product Dimensions: 1 x 8.5 x 10.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Best Sellers Rank: #1,644,242 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #210 in Books > Textbooks > Medicine & Health Sciences > Medicine > Clinical > Surgery > Plastic & Cosmetic #335 in Books > Medical Books > Medicine > Surgery > Plastic #819 in Books > Textbooks > Medicine & Health Sciences > Medicine > Clinical > Diagnosis

A*

Lymphedema Management: An Essential Guide to Living with Lymphedema - Understanding the Cause, Recognizing Symptoms, Learning to Manage, and Identifying Treatment & Therapy Options Lymphedema: Complete Medical and Surgical Management Clinical Companion to Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 9e (Lewis, Clinical Companion to Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of C) Study Guide for Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 9e (Study Guide for Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment & Management of Clinical Problem) Medical-Surgical Nursing - 2-Volume Set: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 9e (Medical- Surgical Nursing (Lewis) 2 Vol Set) Medical-Surgical Nursing: Clinical Reasoning in Patient Care (6th Edition) (Medical Surgical Nursing - Lemone) Medical-Surgical Nurse Exam Practice Questions: Med-Surg Practice Tests & Exam Review for the Medical-Surgical Nurse Examination American Medical Association Complete Medical Encyclopedia (American Medical Association (Ama) Complete Medical Encyclopedia) Medical Terminology: Medical Terminology Made Easy: Breakdown the Language of Medicine and Quickly Build Your Medical Vocabulary (Medical Terminology, Nursing School, Medical Books) Osteomyelitis of the Foot and Ankle: Medical and Surgical Management Pediatric Neurovascular Disease: Surgical, Endovascular and Medical Management Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 9th Edition Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 8th Edition Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, Single Volume Cancer in Dogs & Cats: Medical & Surgical Management Voices of Lymphedema: Stories, Advice, and Inspiration from Patients and Therapists Lymphedema and Lipedema Nutrition Guide: foods, vitamins, minerals, and supplements Linfedema (Lymphedema): Una Guía de Prevención y Sanación Para Pacientes Con Cáncer De Mama (A Breast Cancer Patient's Guide to Prevention and Healing) (Spanish Edition) LYMPHEDEMA AND BREAST CANCER TREATMENT: Swelling Causes - Lymphoedema Exercises - Prevention Living Well with Lymphedema