Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX, USA.
Adv Skin Wound Care. 2010 Feb;23(2):81-92; quiz 93-4. doi: 10.1097/01.ASW.0000363503.92360.91.
To enhance the learner's competence in caring for patients with lipedema through understanding the differential diagnoses, pathophysiology, and treatment/management options.
This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.
After participating in this educational activity, the participant should be better able to: 1. Differentiate lipedema from other similar diagnoses. 2. Tell patients with lipedema and their caregivers about treatment of this condition. 3. Construct assessments, treatment plans, and management options for patients with lipedema.
通过了解鉴别诊断、病理生理学和治疗/管理选择,提高学习者对脂肪水肿患者护理的能力。
本继续教育活动面向对皮肤和伤口护理有兴趣的医生和护士。
参加本教育活动后,参与者应能够更好地:1. 将脂肪水肿与其他类似诊断区分开来。2. 告知脂肪水肿患者及其护理人员该疾病的治疗方法。3. 为脂肪水肿患者制定评估、治疗计划和管理选择。