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Published in: Annals of Surgical Oncology 6/2024

Open Access 27-03-2024 | Lymphedema | ASO Author Reflections

ASO Author Reflections: Lymphoedema Related to Inguinal and Ilioinguinal Lymphadenectomy for Melanoma

Authors: T. S. Lee, B App. Sc. (Physio), PhD, A. J. Spillane, MD

Published in: Annals of Surgical Oncology | Issue 6/2024

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Lymphoedema is a feared side effect of lymphadenectomy, often resulting in chronic discomfort, infection, and reduced function in the affected individual.1 Conflicting reports of the prevalence and severity of leg lymphoedema following inguinal (IL) and ilioinguinal lymphadenectomy (IIL) for metastatic melanoma2 increases uncertainty for surgeons, who wish to maximise disease control and minimise the potential of extra morbidity related to pelvic dissection. …
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Title
ASO Author Reflections: Lymphoedema Related to Inguinal and Ilioinguinal Lymphadenectomy for Melanoma
Authors
T. S. Lee, B App. Sc. (Physio), PhD
A. J. Spillane, MD
Publication date
27-03-2024
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Published in
Annals of Surgical Oncology / Issue 6/2024
Print ISSN: 1068-9265
Electronic ISSN: 1534-4681
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-024-15216-w

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