Adipose Tissue Dominates Chronic Arm Lymphedema Following Breast Cancer: An Analysis Using Volume Rendered CT Images

Abstract

VR-CT measurements correlate well with PG measurements. Excess adipose tissue dominates nonpitting chronic arm lymphedema. This excess volume cannot be removed by use either of conservative regimens or of microsurgery. Liposuction can completely remove the excess adipose tissue, leading to complete reduction of the lymphedema.