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J Reconstr Microsurg 1989; 5(1): 45-52
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006850
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© 1989 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Adipose Veno-Lymphatic Transfer for Management of Post-Radiation Lymphedema

R. W.H. Pho, P. Bayon, L. Tan
  • Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Diagnostic Radiology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.
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Accepted for publication 1988

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08 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

In a patient who had post-radiation lymphedema after excision of liposarcoma, a method is described that is called adipose veno-lymphatic transfer. The technique involves transferring adipose tissue containing lymphatic vessels that surround the long saphenous vein, from the normal, healthy leg to the irradiated leg, with the creation of an arteriovenous fistula.