The 6 month interim analysis of a randomized controlled trial assessing the quality of life in patients with breast cancer related lymphedema undergoing lymphaticovenous anastomosis vs. conservative therapy
Abstract Breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) is a chronic condition with a detrimental impact on psychosocial and physical well-being. Lymphaticovenous anastomosis has shown promising results in alleviating physical symptoms and increasing quality of life in patients with BCRL. The aim of the st...
Main Authors: | Y. M. J. Jonis, J. A. G. N. Wolfs, S. Hummelink, H. J. P. Tielemans, X. H. A. Keuter, S. van Kuijk, D. J. O. Ulrich, R. R. W. J. van der Hulst, S. S. Qiu |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2024-01-01
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Series: | Scientific Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-52489-3 |
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