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This is a Meta-Analysis study (also classified as: Systematic Review).

November 30, 2025Frontiers in OncologyOpen Access

Outcomes after liposuction-based treatment of lymphedema: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Systematic review shows liposuction reduces limb volume and infection rates in lymphedema, indicating improved quality of life.

Liposuction-based treatments effectively reduce limb volume and improve quality of life in lymphedema.
Quality of life improvements included reductions in infection rates and reliance on conservative treatment methods.
Systematic review analyzed 52 studies with over 2,300 participants, adhering to PRISMA guidelines.
Findings imply that integrated approaches may enhance outcomes by addressing lymphatic dysfunction.

Chen et al. (2025) studied this question.

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