This practical reference draws together the combined expertise of a wide range of health professionals in managing this condition. Their work is soundly based on recent research into its pathology, manifestations and treatment to develop appropriate management strategies. Part of the value in this book lies in its reference to patient perspectives and how they can contribute to the most effective care.
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Für höhere Schule und Studium
Für Beruf und Forschung
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Höhe: 229 mm
Breite: 152 mm
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ISBN-13
978-1-85775-377-6 (9781857753776)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
The patient's perspective' how does tissue swelling occur?; types of lymphoedema; clinical features of lymphoedema; pain in lymphoedema; psychosocial aspects of lymphodaema; evaluation and management strategies; external support in the management of lymphoedema i. multilatyer bandaging ii. compression garments; manual lymphatic drainage; simple lymphatic drainage; pneumatic compression; drug treatment; TENS; surgery; paediatric primary lymphoedema; head and neck lymphoedema; breast lymphoedema; genital lymphoedema (female); gentical lymphoedema (male); oedema in advanced cancer; lymphoedema in cancer - an Indian perspective.
