Application progress of imaging technology in the diagnosis and treatment of lymphedema
Lymphedema is a chronic progressive disease caused by abnormal development of the lymphatic system or lymphatic reflux disorder caused by congenital or acquired factors.Its early diagnosis mainly depends on medical history,clinical manifestations and imaging examinations.Therefore,the different characteristics methods for lymphedema in the diagnosis and treatment of lymphedema were summarized.But there is still a lack of uniform standards in the selection of imaging methods and staging systems.The aim of paper is try to help doctors to select appropriate examination methods according to the specific conditions and characteristics of patients,so as to achieve the purpose of accurate diagnosis and selection of the best diagnosis and treatment plan.