Observational analysis shows that body mass index does not affect therapy effectiveness in improving lymphedema outcomes, suggesting therapy remains crucial regardless of weight.
Although weight is correlated with an initial greater lymphedema volume and a lower functional status, it does not influence the ability of complex decongestive therapy to reduce limb volume and improve function. Complex decongestive therapy is recommended regardless of a patient's body weight.
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