Swollen Arm I

Scenario

A 72 year old woman presents for annual follow up after treatment for breast cancer 15 years ago. The ipsilateral chest wall and arm has recently started to swell.

Tasks

  • Discuss the causes, frequency and aetiology of arm swelling after breast cancer treatment
  • Discuss the management of lymphoedema with an expert, and report back to us on the major pitfalls of practice.

Opinion

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