Investigation of the current status of lymphedema management in 45 hospitals in China

Jiajia Qiu; Xia Li; Jinhua LI

doi:10.21037/gs-2025-433

January 1, 2026Gland SurgeryOpen Access

Investigation of the current status of lymphedema management in 45 hospitals in China

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Key Points

Lymphedema management is hindered by a lack of standardized care protocols and specialized training in hospitals.
Only a few of the 45 hospitals implement effective lymphedema care pathways, which impacts patient outcomes.
The study identifies gaps in fee structures for lymphedema treatments, limiting access and quality of care.
Improving staff training and developing standardized protocols may lead to enhanced lymphedema management.

Implication

Investigation reveals challenges in lymphedema care management in Chinese hospitals, highlighting necessary improvements.

Abstract

Challenges in lymphedema management in Chinese hospitals include the limited implementation of standardized care protocols, incomplete fee systems for treatments, and the low coverage of specialized training. Efforts should focus on enhancing medical staff training, establishing standardized care pathways, and improving technical fee structures to advance the standardized development of lymphedema care.

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Qiu et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Investigation of the current status of lymphedema management in 45 hospitals in China

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Investigation of the current status of lymphedema management in 45 hospitals in China

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Abstract

Discussion

Cite This Study

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