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The use of compression to treat lymphoedema |
Hornsby R |
Professional Nurse 1995 Nov;11(2):127-128 |
clinical trial |
3/10 [Eligibility criteria: No; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: No; Baseline comparability: No; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: No; Adequate follow-up: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: No; Between-group comparisons: No; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed* |
Lymphoedema in breast cancer patients can be treated. Patients need to feel that they have control over arm swelling. The treatment needs to be initiated by a physiotherapist working with a nurse specialist.
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