10.1055/b-0037-143467 CHAPTER 11 Immune Regulation by the Peripheral Lymphatics David G. Hancock KEY POINTS Lymphedema is characterized by numerous immune deficits, including altered wound healing and increased susceptibility to infection,…
10.1055/b-0037-143466 CHAPTER 10 Lymphatic Malformations Sandro Michelini, Alessandro Fiorentino, Marco Cardone KEY POINTS Vascular malformations are mistakes in the development of the vascular system; hemangiomas are vascular tumors. Endothelial hyperplasia…
10.1055/b-0037-143465 CHAPTER 9 Relationship Between Fat Tissue and Lymphangiogenesis Mauro Andrade KEY POINTS Adipose tissue overgrowth is a key clinical feature in chronic lymphedema. Lymphangiogenesis may play a critical role…
10.1055/b-0037-143464 CHAPTER 8 Impact of Genetics on Lymphangiogenesis Kristiana Gordon, Pia Ostergaard KEY POINTS Primary lymphedema is the presenting symptom of numerous distinct conditions; it is genetically heterogeneous. Several abnormalities…
10.1055/b-0037-143463 CHAPTER 7 Lymphangiogenesis Jeremy S. Torrisi, Ira L. Savetsky, Jason C. Gardenier, Babak J. Mehrara KEY POINTS Lymphangiogenesis is the formation of new lymphatic vessels. Lymphangiogenesis is regulated by…
10.1055/b-0037-143457 CHAPTER 1 Lymphedema: Lack of Solutions to a Clinical Problem Manish C. Champaneria, Peter C. Neligan KEY POINTS There is no fully satisfactory treatment for lymphedema. Current treatment is…
10.1055/b-0037-143458 CHAPTER 2 Lymphedema and Its Impact on Quality of Life Jane M. Armer, Jennifer M. Hulett, Janice N. Cormier, Bob R. Stewart, Ausanee Wanchai, Kate D. Cromwell KEY POINTS…
10.1055/b-0037-143459 CHAPTER 3 Quality of Life Measurement Instruments Vaughan Keeley KEY POINTS Quality of life assessment tools have emphasized the impact of lymphedema on people’s lives. These tools have also…
10.1055/b-0037-145017 CHAPTER 16 VERTEBRAL COLUMN AND LOWER EXTREMITY Samantha A. Spencer, Arin K. Greene, Daniel Hedequist KEY POINTS The surgeon should understand the particular risks associated with each lesion and…
10.1055/b-0037-145006 CHAPTER 5 PYOGENIC GRANULOMA Arin K. Greene KEY POINTS Most pyogenic granulomas require treatment, because they are at risk for bleeding. A barrier dressing (for example, a Band-Aid) is…
