In a multicenter randomized trial, researchers investigated the impact of lymphatic venous anastomosis (LVA) on cellulitis prevention in lower extremity lymphoedema. Patients undergoing LVA with non-operative decongestive therapy showed a significant reduction in cellulitis frequency over 6 months compared to those receiving only non-operative decongestive therapy. Limb circumference and pain did not significantly differ, but LVA contributed to reduced thigh area hardness. LVA combined with non-operative decongestive therapy effectively prevents cellulitis in secondary lower extremity lymphoedema.
Journal Article by Mihara M, Hara H (…) Naito M et 4 al. in Br J Surg
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