Refereed journal article or data article (A1)

Lymph Node Transfer and Perinodal Lymphatic Growth Factor Treatment for Lymphedema



List of Authors: Honkonen KM, Visuri MT, Tervala TV, Halonen PJ, Koivisto M, Lähteenvuo MT, Alitalo KK, Ylä-Herttuala S, Saaristo AM

Publisher: LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS

Publication year: 2013

Journal: Annals of Surgery

Journal name in source: ANNALS OF SURGERY

Journal acronym: ANN SURG

Volume number: 257

Issue number: 5

Number of pages: 7

ISSN: 0003-4932

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0b013e31826ed043


Abstract
Conclusions: Lymphangiogenic growth factors improve lymphatic vessel regeneration and lymph node function after lymph node transfer. The perinodal route of delivery provides a basis for future clinical trials in lymphedema patients.


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