Histopathologic Improvement with Lymphedema Management, Léogâne, Haiti
In countries where bancroftian filariasis is endemic, lymphedema of the leg is a public health problem, particularly for women, who are disproportionately affected. We investigated the effect of basic lymphedema management (hygiene, skin care, and lower limb movement and elevation) on the histologic...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2004-11-01
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Series: | Emerging Infectious Diseases |
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Online Access: | https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/10/11/04-0548_article |