NYC HEALTH + HOSPITALS/KINGS COUNTY’S Comprehensive Breast Center has adopted a new, high-tech method to detect lymphedema.
Baseline assessments before breast cancer treatment improve early detection of lymphedema, as shown by the PREVENT trial involving 1,200 patients. Without pre-treatment baselines, up to 88% of early ...
Early screening and intervention are vital in preventing chronic lymphedema, especially in breast cancer patients. Oncology practices should incorporate lymphedema discussions and monitoring into ...