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View article: Indocyanine Green Lymphography in Conservative Lymphedema Management: An Exploration of the Impact on Lymphedema Therapy Plans
Indocyanine Green Lymphography in Conservative Lymphedema Management: An Exploration of the Impact on Lymphedema Therapy Plans Open
A clinical decision support tool may assist practitioners in translating ICG-L findings into individualized lymphedema therapy plans for people with lymphedema. Further exploration is necessary to determine if the management changes derive…
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Image-guided thermal ablation for patients
View article: A Prospective, Longitudinal and Exploratory Study of Head and Neck Lymphoedema and Dysphagia Following Chemoradiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer
A Prospective, Longitudinal and Exploratory Study of Head and Neck Lymphoedema and Dysphagia Following Chemoradiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer Open
The aim of the study was to examine the following: (a) the trajectory of external and internal head and neck lymphoedema (HNL) in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC) up to 12 months post-chemoradiotherapy (CRT) and (b) the relationshi…
View article: A prospective observational cohort study examining the development of head and neck lymphedema from the time of diagnosis
A prospective observational cohort study examining the development of head and neck lymphedema from the time of diagnosis Open
Introduction Head and neck lymphedema can occur in the internal or external structures of the head and neck region. Little is known about the development of this condition over the course of treatment for head and neck cancer. This study a…
View article: Navigating the application of new innovations: Establishing an indocyanine green lymphography clinic in Australia
Navigating the application of new innovations: Establishing an indocyanine green lymphography clinic in Australia Open
Translation of evidence into practice in healthcare is challenging, particularly with new innovations. Indocyanine Green (ICG) lymphography is a novel innovation where the superficial lymphatics are imaged to provide information about lymp…
View article: The health service impact of an occupational therapy practice placement model: Student-resourced service delivery of groups
The health service impact of an occupational therapy practice placement model: Student-resourced service delivery of groups Open
Introduction: Student-resourced service delivery of groups is a practice education placement model in which students deliver therapy to groups, with graded supervision. This study examined an application of this model in occupational thera…
View article: A prospective examination of mask anxiety during radiotherapy for head and neck cancer and patient perceptions of management strategies
A prospective examination of mask anxiety during radiotherapy for head and neck cancer and patient perceptions of management strategies Open
Introduction Distress related to wearing an immobilisation mask for radiotherapy treatment (RT) is a common experience for the person undergoing RT for head and neck cancer (HNC). Described as ‘mask anxiety’, there is little known about th…
View article: Exploring the prevalence and experience of mask anxiety for the person with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy
Exploring the prevalence and experience of mask anxiety for the person with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy Open
Introduction While use of a thermoplastic mask during radiotherapy ( RT ) treatment for head and neck cancer ( HNC ) is an essential component of safe patient care, there is little understanding of the extent to which this evokes anxiety (…
View article: Patient perceptions of living with head and neck lymphoedema and the impacts to swallowing, voice and speech function
Patient perceptions of living with head and neck lymphoedema and the impacts to swallowing, voice and speech function Open
Head and neck lymphoedema (HNL) is common following head and neck cancer (HNC) treatment, and may contribute to numerous physical, functional and psychological symptoms. However, its impact on swallowing, voice and speech is less well unde…
View article: Educational interventions for the management of cancer-related fatigue in adults
Educational interventions for the management of cancer-related fatigue in adults Open
Educational interventions may have a small effect on reducing fatigue intensity, fatigue's interference with daily life, and general fatigue, and could have a moderate effect on reducing fatigue distress. Educational interventions focused …