Upper limb edema

Breast cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors in women in China. With the advancement of medical technology, the treatment effect of breast cancer has been significantly improved, and a considerable number of patients are expected to achieve long-term survival. However, it cannot be ignored that the sequelae of treatment have affected the quality of life of patients to varying degrees. Among them, upper limb edema is the most common. After edema, upper limb dysfunction such as limited shoulder movement, limb weakness, numbness, pain and other paresthesias can be caused, which seriously affects the daily life of patients.

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