Lymphovenous anastomosis is done for: March 2013 (g)
Ans. D i.e. Filarial lymphedema Lymphovenous anastomosis The best results also have been with breast cancer related arm lymphedema, while success is limited with lower limb, or leg lymphedema. Besides a reduction in swelling, the procedure has reduced the number and intensity of cellulitis attacks and has generally improved the patients overall quality of life.
Ascites
Varicose veins
Leprosy
Filarial lymphedema
Filarial lymphedema