[Multidisciplinary approach in the lymphedema patient: From rehabilitation to microsurgery]

Abstract

Lymphedema is a chronic disease with a high incidence in our society. In this paper, we present a review with the latest advances in imaging techniques and surgical reconstructive treatment of lymphedema (lymphovenous anastomosis, vascularized lymph node transfer, and prophylactic lymphedema surgery). In addition, a protocol is established based on a multidisciplinary team (composed of physiatrists, plastic surgeons, radiologists and nuclear medicine radiologists) to optimize the treatment of these patients.

Keywords: Anastomosis linfático venosas; Drenaje linfático; Linfedema; Lymph node transfer; Lymphatic drainage; Lymphedema; Lymphovenous anastomosis; Multidisciplinary treatment; Trasplante de ganglios linfáticos; Tratamiento multidisciplinar.