Review Article
Bandaging Techniques in Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: A Systematic Review
Author(s): Ana Dominguez Garcia*
Introduction: Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema (BCRL) is characterized by fluid retention following failure of the lymphatic system, damaged by the oncologic, surgical and medical treatment, which was applied in breast cancer surgery. Physiotherapy currently addresses BCRL through Complex Decongestive Therapy (CDT) using manual lymphatic drainage, exercise, compressive bandaging and education and hygiene measures.
Objetives: This systematic review aims to analyze which bandaging type is most effective in reducing or controlling lymphedema’s limb volume in patients who have suffered primary breast cancer.
Methodology: A systematic search was carried out according to PRISMA criteria in PubMed, PEDro and Web of Science databases, combining Mesh terms and lymphedema and bandaging related keywords.
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