An overview of ALERT Program surgical techniques for lymphoedema including LVA's, LNT's and liposuction

This update will help inform clinicians and others interested in surgical options for lymphoedema. It will include feedback on how successful these surgical options are in the short and long term, who would be a candidate for them, and the conservative therapy aspects of each surgery.

Presenters

Dr Helen Mackie, Rehabilitation Physician and Clinical Lead at ALERT(Australian Lymphoedema Education, Research & Treatment), Macquarie University Hospital Sydney NSW.

Kim Toyer, Physiotherapist- Senior Lymphoedemema Therapist ALERT Program Macquarie University. 

Host

Cancer, Palliative Care & Lymphoedema National Group

Date of Live Event

23/08/2023

CPD Hours

1.0 Hour

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