Kahir Rahemtulla, Pen Li, Taurian Guinand, Ingrid de Kock, Alim Hirji
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Palliative Subcutaneous Needle Drainage for a Rare Cause of Refractory Lymphedema: Yellow Nail Syndrome.
Yellow nail syndrome (YNS) presents a therapeutic challenge due to its elusive etiology and lack of effective treatments. We present a case of a 77-year-old female with YNS-associated lymphedema who experienced significant symptomatic relief with subcutaneous drainage therapy, a novel intervention not previously described in YNS. Despite prior failed conventional therapies, she achieved remarkable weight loss, improved mobility, and stable biochemical parameters. Subcutaneous drainage therapy, though traditionally utilized in cancer-associated lymphedema, demonstrates promise as an alternative palliative treatment for refractory cases of lymphedema to improve quality of life.
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Journal of Palliative Medicine is the premier peer-reviewed journal covering medical, psychosocial, policy, and legal issues in end-of-life care and relief of suffering for patients with intractable pain. The Journal presents essential information for professionals in hospice/palliative medicine, focusing on improving quality of life for patients and their families, and the latest developments in drug and non-drug treatments.
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