Lymphedema of the extremities is common after lymph node surgery in treating several forms of cancer, e.g., breast cancer. However, very little is known of the occurrence of lymphedema of the lower extremities after urologic surgery with lymph node dissection. This project aims to describe the frequency and grade of lymphedema arising after urologic surgery, using the Lymphedema Quality of Life Questionnaire (LymQOL), Delfin MoistureMeter D, and lower limb volume measurements.
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Number of patients with self-reported lymphedema at 12 months
Timeframe: 12 months after surgery
Number of patients with self-reported lymphedema at 24 months
Timeframe: 24 months after surgery
Change in tissue water content measured by MoistureMeterD Compact at 12 months
Timeframe: 12 months after surgery
Change in tissue water content measured by MoistureMeterD Compact at 24 months
Timeframe: 24 months after surgery
Change in lower limb volume calculated by measuring the circumference of the lower extremities at 12 months
Timeframe: 12 months after surgery
Change in lower limb volume calculated by measuring the circumference of the lower extremities at 24 months
Timeframe: 24 months after surgery