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ArticleCancers2025

Efficacy of Compression Stockings in Prophylaxis of Lower Limb Lymphedema in Women Undergoing Treatment for Gynecological Malignancies: A Prospective Randomized Study.

Joanna Kurpiewska-Pieniążek, Katarzyna Ochałek, Tomasz Grądalski, Andrzej Szuba

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Joanna Kurpiewska-PieniążekFaculty of Health Sciences, Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University, 30-705 Kraków, Poland.ORCID 0000-0001-8434-3745
Katarzyna OchałekSt. Lazarus Hospice, 31-831 Kraków, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-5980-0104
Tomasz GrądalskiSt. Lazarus Hospice, 31-831 Kraków, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-3705-3846
Andrzej SzubaDepartment of Angiology and Internal Medicine, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wrocław, Poland.

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Abstract

backgroundLower limb lymphedema (LLL) is a frequent complication after gynecological cancer treatment, with a significant impact on quality of life. Despite the common use of compression therapy in managing established lymphedema, its role in prevention remains insufficiently explored.

methodsIn this prospective randomized study, 64 women treated for gynecological malignancies were assigned to either a compression group (CG) using medium-pressure stockings (23-32 mmHg) or a no-compression group (NCG). All participants received standard education and physical activity guidance. Limb volume, symptom burden, and quality of life were assessed over 12 months.

resultsThe incidence of LLL was significantly lower in the CG (3.4%) compared to the NCG (38%,

conclusionsMedium-pressure compression stockings combined with education and physical activity are effective and well-tolerated in preventing LLL following gynecological cancer treatment.

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compression therapygynecological cancerlower limb lymphedemapreventionquality of life

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