Cheng Ming-Huei, Chang David W., Patel Ketan M. Principles and Practice of Lymphedema Surgery

Elsevier, 2016. — 240 p. — ISBN: 978-0-323-29897-1.The treatment of lymphedema is now at the forefront of medicine. Patients who otherwise may have had longterm disability and functional impairment now have surgical and non- surgical treatment options that are able to significantly impact their lives. Recently, surgeons, clinicians,
and therapists alike have recognized the impact of this chronic condition and the need for a comprehensive treatment plan and a team approach to providing optimal outcomes. Modern lymphedema care is rapidly incorporating valuable surgical options to help provide symptomatic
relief. These include microsurgical techniques such as lymphovenous bypass, lymphatic grafting, and vascularized lymph node transfers. An in-depth understanding of these complex procedures from the leading authorities in the field has contributed to the subsequent chapters in this book.
In addition to microsurgical techniques, liposuction and excisional techniques are also discussed and explained in detail. Indications, outcomes, and technical details of these various surgical procedures will provide the reader with the knowledge-base to safely and efficiently execute them.
This unique and revolutionary textbook has been structured to provide the reader with a “start-to-finish” understanding of lymphology and lymphedema surgery, allowing one to incorporate the specialty into his/her own practice. From the foundation of lymphology to understanding
how to assess treatment outcomes, readers will gain complete familiarity with managing a lymphedema patient. As lymphedema surgery continues to expand, it is imperative to have a comprehensive resource such as “Principles and Practice of Lymphedema Surgery” to ensure the successful
promotion and support of this specialty in medicine worldwide.