lymphedema
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: (1) Above the age of 18; (2) Patients diagnosed with lymphedema or axillary lymph node dissection after breast cancer surgery; (3) clear consciousness, normal intelligence, certain communication ability; (4) The patient or at least one family member can operate a smart phone; (5) Informed consent and voluntary participation.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: (1) No complete medical records; (2) Active cellulitis, tumor, or other inflammation in the limb affected by lymphedema (combined detumescence treatment may spread infection or worsen symptoms); (3) Moderate to severe heart failure (heart failure can be aggravated by increased central venous volume due to lymphatic reflux); (4) acute deep vein thrombosis (blood clot loss can lead to embolism); (5) severe liver and kidney impairment; (6) suffering from a clearly diagnosed mental illness; (7) Poor compliance, unable to complete the study on schedule.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Lymphedema incidence;The upper limb function score of the affected side was improved; | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Incidence of lymphedema related complications;Lymphedema related quality of life;Clinical target completion rate; | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences