intravenous pamidronate for refractory lymphedema
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Intravenous Pamidronate for Refractory Lymphedema
BACKGROUND Based on beneficial reports of pamidronate use for reflex sympathetic dystrophy in reduction of pain and swelling, this drug can be studied as a novel treatment for refractory lymphedema. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of pamidronate on lymphedema and its possible side effects. METHODS Twelve cases of lower limb refractory lymphedema were enrolled. They received int...
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iranian red crescent medical journalجلد ۱۳، شماره ۴، صفحات ۲۶۳-۲۶۶
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