Lymphedema of the lower extremity as a complication of local burns

Lymphedema of the lower extremity as a complication of local burns

Lymphedema of an extremity is a rare complication of local burns, due to intact deep lymphatics. Here we present a case of delayed lymphedema of the foot, developing due to deep scarring after local burns.

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Veröffentlicht in:Burns 1998-12, Vol.24 (8), p.767-769
Hauptverfasser: Anand, Sanjeev, Lal, Hitesh, Dhaon, B.K
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Adult
Biological and medical sciences
Burns
Burns - complications
Cicatrix - complications
Contracture - etiology
Foot Diseases - etiology
Humans
Knee Joint - pathology
Leg Injuries - complications
Lymphedema - etiology
Male
Medical sciences
Paresthesia - etiology
Traumas. Diseases due to physical agents
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Zusammenfassung:Lymphedema of an extremity is a rare complication of local burns, due to intact deep lymphatics. Here we present a case of delayed lymphedema of the foot, developing due to deep scarring after local burns.
ISSN:0305-4179
1879-1409
DOI:10.1016/S0305-4179(98)00078-3