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ArticleFrontiers in oncology2024

Comprehensive strategies in breast cancer-related lymphedema prevention: insights from a multifaceted program.

Fardeen Bhimani, Maureen McEvoy, Yu Chen, Anjuli Gupta, Jessica Pastoriza, Arianna Cavalli, Liane Obaid, Carolyn Rachofsky, Shani Fruchter, Sheldon Feldman

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Article in Frontiers in oncology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 9 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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9 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

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  7. Advancing Lymphedema Surveillance With Evidence-Based Practices.Clinical journal of oncology nursing · 2025
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  9. Impact of internet-based nursing interventions on the prevention of postoperative lymphedema in breast cancer patients: a cohort study.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025
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5 · Who and what money

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10 authors.

Fardeen BhimaniBreast Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bronx, NY, United States.
Maureen McEvoyBreast Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bronx, NY, United States.
Yu ChenBreast Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bronx, NY, United States.
Anjuli GuptaBreast Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bronx, NY, United States.
Jessica PastorizaBreast Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bronx, NY, United States.
Arianna CavalliAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, United States.
Liane ObaidAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, United States.
Carolyn RachofskyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, United States.
Shani FruchterBreast Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bronx, NY, United States.
Sheldon FeldmanBreast Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bronx, NY, United States.

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No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) profoundly impacts patients' quality of life, causing heightened depression, anxiety, and physical limitations. Surgical removal of the axillary nodes, combined with radiation therapy, is a significant risk factor for BCRL. Smarter axillary surgery, coupled with early detection and fostering lymphedema education, significantly improves BCRL management, promoting timely diagnosis and treatment. A lymphedema prevention program encompassing all these factors can significantly aid in preventing, treating, and reducing the severity of BCRL cases. Therefore, our study aims to share our insights and experiences gained from implementing a lymphedema prevention program at our institution. Methods & Results: At our institution, axillary reverse mapping (ARM) is performed on all patients undergoing axillary surgery. We surveil these patients with pre- and postoperative SOZO Conclusion: Our study underscores the significance of a comprehensive lymphedema prevention program, integrating smarter axillary surgery, early detection, and patient education. The lymphedema rate of 1.41% not only validates the success rate of these interventions but also advocates for their widespread adoption to enhance the holistic care of breast cancer survivors. As we continue to refine and expand our program, further research, and long-term follow-up are crucial to improve prevention strategies continually and enhance the overall well-being of individuals at risk of BCRL.

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ARMaxillary reverse mappingBCRLbioimpedance spectroscopyBISbreast cancer-related lymphedemalymphedema educationSOZO®

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PMID39081716
PMCPMC11286467

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