Horan D, McMullen M
Graduate School of Nursing, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worchester, USA.
J Am Acad Nurse Pract. 1998 Apr;10(4):155-9.
Lymphedema is a life-long potential complication of breast and axillary node surgery and radiation. The primary care provider plays a key role in the prevention, assessment, and treatment of this potentially debilitating condition. Through ongoing educational reinforcement, the condition may be prevented or minimized.
淋巴水肿是乳房和腋窝淋巴结手术及放疗的一种终身潜在并发症。初级保健提供者在这种可能使人衰弱的病症的预防、评估和治疗中起着关键作用。通过持续的教育强化，这种病症可以得到预防或减轻。
