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Best hospitals and doctors for lymphoedema treatment abroad

Leading hospitals

Cost for treatment

Diagnostic tests for lymphedema
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Lymphaticovenular bypass surgery in lymphoedema
7780.4
Suction assisted lipectomy in lymphoedema
5976.9
Vascularized lymph node transfer surgery in lymphoedema
8724.17
General therapeutic rehabilitation
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Clinic Dr. Brenner Bonn

Clinic Dr. Brenner Bonn

Overall rating9 / 10
The Clinic Dr. Brenner in Bonn, Bad Godesberg, is very popular among both German and foreign patients. It offers the full range of medical services for the treatment of skin diseases. Based on the use of high-tech medicine, conservative and holistic methods, the concept of treating skin diseases makes this clinic a unique one in
The Bergman Clinic im Park for Innovational Phlebology Hilden enjoys a reputation as one of the most competent medical facilities in Germany, specializing in the treatment of venous diseases. The clinic first opened its doors to patients in 1984. Over time, an advanced Laser Therapy Center was also established here. The team of
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The Hospital St. Elisabeth Grevenbroich provides quality medical services in various medical fields. The special focus is on gastroenterology, oncology, general, abdominal and vascular surgery, gynecology, orthopedics and cardiology. As an academic facility, the hospital maintains close contacts with the University Hospital RWTH
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The Park-Clinic Weissensee Berlin is a progressive medical facility with the highest standards of medical care. The medical facility is an academic hospital of the Charite University Hospital Berlin, thanks to which the specialists have access to all medical innovations. The clinic was opened on April 1, 1997, on the former Weis
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Nuremberg Hospital

Nuremberg Hospital

Overall rating9 / 10
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Nuremberg Hospital ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest, highly specialized medical centers in Europe and positions itself as the maximum care hospital. The healthcare facility is an academic hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University
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The Marienhaus Hospital St. Elisabeth Neuwied is an advanced health facility with an excellent reputation in the national medical arena. It is the largest medical complex in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. The Marienhaus Hospital St. Elisabeth Neuwied is an academic hospital of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and an acade
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The St. Joseph Hospital Haan has a long history of providing top-class medical services and tender care for patients in accordance with Catholic principles. The priority clinical focuses include cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, oncology, endocrinology, general and abdominal surgery, endocrine surgery, hernia repair sur
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PAN Clinic Cologne

PAN Clinic Cologne

Overall rating9 / 10
The PAN Clinic Cologne is a multidisciplinary medical facility that combines advanced medicine, excellent quality of patient care and a high level of comfort. Founded in 1999, the clinic is located in the very heart of Cologne. During this time, the medical complex has gained long clinical experience, but at the same time it has
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The Vascular Surgery Clinic Düsseldorf is the provider of innovative medical services in the field of diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the veins and arteries. The clinic specializes in the use of advanced techniques for the treatment of varicose veins, the most popular of which are the Venefit technology with the use
The Fleetinsel Clinic Hamburg is one of the leading German clinics specializing in orthopedics and orthopedic surgery. Located on the historical Fleetinsel in Hamburg, the clinic is renowned for many years of experience and expertise. Spinal, joint and foot surgeries are the main orthopedic focuses for the clinic. The service sp
The Preventicum Diagnostic Clinic Essen is an advanced medical center oriented on providing high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic services. The primary focus of the clinic is comprehensive diagnostics, including preventive examinations (check-ups). The clinic presents such medical fields as internal medicine, cardiology, gastr
Clinic de Valère Sion

Clinic de Valère Sion

Overall rating8.9 / 10
Swiss clinic Clinique de Valère is a construction of impressive proportions. Here, the best medical technologies are employed to provide patients with the first-class care. Our experts work 24/7 to offer you the highest quality treatment in a calm and pleasant environment. Swiss clinic Clinique de Valère puts all
The Clinic de Genolier Genolier is the largest reputable medical facility of the Swiss Medical Network, which provides excellent high-quality medical services in accordance with the best traditions of Swiss healthcare. The clinic was founded in 1972 and nowadays it can boast with long successful clinical experience, as well as c
The Hospital zum Heiligen Geist Frankfurt am Main is a modern medical facility offering top-class service. The medical complex is an academic hospital of the Goethe University Frankfurt, so doctors pay due attention to research activities, and also have a perfect command of the very latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.
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About the disease

Lymphoedema is a condition that causes fluid retention in body tissue and develops as a result of problems with the lymph nodes. A vital part of the immune system, lymph nodes are responsible for filtering fluid and removing harmful bacteria and viruses from the body.

There are two types of lymphoedema. Primary lymphoedema is a rare, hereditary condition, while secondary lymphoedema can develop if lymph nodes are surgically removed or damaged, for example by radiotherapy treatment for cancer or the cancer itself. In both types, the balance of fluid drainage is no longer synchronized and causes water retention, usually in the arms and legs. Certain medications can help to control the symptoms of fluid retention, as can physical exercise and drinking plenty of clean water.

Symptoms

  • Swelling in the arms and legs
  • Limited flexibility of arms and legs
  • Reduced mobility
  • Feeling of fullness in the arms and legs
  • Weight gain in arms and legs

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will examine the patient’s arms and legs, to determine the extent of swelling.
  • The doctor will also compare the size of the patient’s arms and legs, to see if they are disproportionately larger than the rest of the body.
  • The patient will be asked if they have had any of their lymph nodes removed in the past and if they have ever undergone radiotherapy treatment.
  • A blood test can be used to count the amount of white blood cells the patient has. If the patient has an abnormally high amount of white blood cells, it is likely they have lymphoedema.
  • Imaging tests, such as an X-ray, CT or MRI scan are used to examine the swollen extremities more closely and get a more detailed image of them.  These tests allow doctors to confirm the diagnosis and determine whether lymphoedema is indeed present.

Treatment

  • Lymphaticovenular bypass surgery is a procedure that uses a microscope to detect the lymphatic vessels that are causing the fluid retention. These are then redirected, preventing swelling in the future. It also helps the body to compensate for the lack of lymph nodes due to removal or injury.
  • Vascularized lymph node transfer surgery is a procedure whereby the patient receives a transplant of new lymph nodes. This helps to re-establish the balance of fluid in the body and ensures that harmful bacteria are flushed out.
  • Suction assisted lipectomy is a surgical procedure that is used to reduce the swelling in the arms and legs by removing excess fluid from them.

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda IvanisovaDr. Farrukh Ahmed