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01/03/2025
Is it Possible to Distribute Tumour Cells in the Tissue After Cancer Treatment Using Manual Lymph Drainage?
February 2025Phlebologie 54(2)
DOI:10.1055/a-2532-7596
Authors: Erich Brenner
Innsbruck Medical University
"The sources reveal some beneficial findings for manual lymph drainage (MLD) therapists but also crucial considerations:
MLD does not enhance tumour spread: A meta-analysis found no significant increase in tumour recurrence or metastasis [1].
According to individual studies, MLD improves the quality of life, mobility, and discomfort [1].
MLD is gentle: In breast cancer-related lymphoedema (BCRL) patients, MLD does not enhance recurrence risk [2]. A research study examined 110 stage 0–3 breast cancer patients who received MLD therapy for BCRL and a control group until October 2013. Multivariate analysis showed that MLD therapy did not increase breast cancer recurrence [2].
Advanced tumour stages like lymphangiosis carcinomatosa require caution [1].
Individual evaluation required: Special instances require an individual examination [1].
MLD may disseminate hidden tumour cells in non-in-sano surgery and lymphangiosis carcinomatosa tumours [3].
After cancer treatment, MLD enhances quality of life [3].
MLD appears to be safe and can enhance lymphoedema patients' quality of life [1, 3]. Advanced tumour stages or situations like lymphangiosis carcinomatosa require vigilance and individual assessments [1, 3]."
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