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), to medical and surgical oncologists, as well as physical therapists, and every US medical school.
By:
Lawrence L Tretbar, Cheryl L. Morgan, Byung-Boong Lee, Simon J. Simonian, Benoit Blondeau Imprint: Springer London Ltd Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2008 Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 178mm,
Weight: 454g ISBN:9781447168171 ISBN 10: 1447168178 Pages: 73 Publication Date:23 August 2016 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active