Effects of Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis on Quality of Life, Body Image, and Spiritual Health in Lymphedema Patients: A Prospective Cohort Study.
Shu-Hui PengChing-Ya HuangChun-Ming ShihPei-Yu TsaiJohnson Chia-Shen YangChing-Hua HsiehPublished in: Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) (2024)
LVA surgery significantly enhances physical and psychological outcomes in patients with lymphedema, with marked improvements in symptoms, QOL, and body image perceptions. The findings suggest that while LVA is effective in addressing the physical and psychological aspects of lymphedema, it does not impact spiritual dimensions. This underscores the need for holistic approaches in the management of lymphedema to address all facets of patient well-being.
Keyphrases
- mental health
- end stage renal disease
- healthcare
- physical activity
- chronic kidney disease
- ejection fraction
- newly diagnosed
- public health
- sleep quality
- minimally invasive
- primary care
- peritoneal dialysis
- prognostic factors
- case report
- coronary artery bypass
- type diabetes
- advanced cancer
- patient reported outcomes
- health information
- adipose tissue
- climate change
- depressive symptoms
- skeletal muscle
- patient reported
- surgical site infection
- health promotion