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... patients frequently have co-morbidities usually treated by different ... Lymphedema in the morbidly obese patient: unique challenges in a unique population.
Lymphedema is defined as progressive swelling (edema) of a specific body part due to insufficiency of the lymphatic system.
See topic "Lymphedema - Introduction and Assessment". Extremity swelling due to chronic venous disease can be present in 25-75% of patients, worsens with ...
Venous Leg Ulcers (VLU) are relatively common, affecting 1% of the population in the U.S. This topic discusses treatment and prevention of VLU.
Adjust energy intake based on weight change or level of obesity [38]; For patients with restricted special diets who do not find food palatable, revise and ...
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