Following are some interesting links about lymphedema and venous disorders.

Please note: We do not endorse these sites or the information they contain. We urge you to evaluate any treatment information cautiously, and to consult your doctor or therapist before considering any changes to your lymphedema treatment program.

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General lymphedema information

• Lymphedema information from the Society of Vascular Surgery
• Lymphedema information from the Mayo Clinic
• Lymphedema treatment information from emedicine.com
• Overview of lymphedema and other lymphatic disorders, from the Lymphedema Research Foundation
• The spleen and the lymphatic system, from Kidshealth
• Managing lymphedema, from breastcancer.org
• Lymphedema treatment guidelines for professionals: 2003 Consensus Document of the International Society of Lymphology
• About cellulitis - from mayoclinic.com

Venous insufficiency, venous stasis ulcers and deep vein thrombosis

• Treatment of venous skin ulcers, from WebMD
• A layman's handbook of venous disorders. From the American Venous Forum
• Pneumatic compression devices for treatment of venous disorders and prevention of DVT - Regence Group, USA
• Guidelines for Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis - US Department of Health and Human Services, National Guideline Clearinghouse

International Resources

• Lympho-Opt Klinik, Germany (English and German)

Patient Organizations

• Lymphedema People
• Lymph Notes