Lymphovenous anastomosis is done for: March 2013 (g)
Ans. D i.e. Filarial lymphedema Lymphovenous anastomosis The best results also have been with breast cancer related arm lymphedema, while success is limited with lower limb, or leg lymphedema. Besides a reduction in swelling, the procedure has reduced the number and intensity of cellulitis attacks and has generally improved the patients overall quality of life.
Ascites
Varicose veins
Leprosy
Filarial lymphedema