Gross-dependent lower limb lymphoedema. 2017

Mairead Marion Hennessy, and Gavin Connor O'Brien
Department of General & Vascular Surgery Mercy University Hospital Cork Ireland.

Gross-dependent lower limb lymphoedema is an unusual condition which can be painful particularly if ulceration occurs. Focused history and clinical examination in addition to appropriate radiological investigation aid in the diagnosis. It is difficult to treat and requires a multidisciplinary team including vascular surgeons, dermatologists and clinical nurse specialists. The primary treatment option is compression bandaging.

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