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除皺復新~永保平滑V臉的最高肌密 對抗皮膚鬆弛下垂,不論是法令紋、抬頭紋、木偶紋或魚尾紋等，可以靠注射肉毒桿菌，玻尿酸，脂肪填充等微整形讓妳恢復青春美麗。也可以做內視鏡拉皮手術，讓您有感皮膚的緊緻。 除皺緊緻療程 Wrinkle removal Treatment 保養品達不到的效果，漸進式拉提能幫妳 路見不平，立即熨平~~ 除皺復新~永保平滑V臉的最高肌密 對抗「臉部、眼周、全身性」皮膚鬆弛下垂 平皺補凹、緊緻肌膚、 重塑輪廓線條 最新皮膚「熨平技術」強勢登場，幫妳快速找回年輕感 都有在用保養品，為什麼我的皺紋還是越來越多呢？ 皮膚表面是由彈性纖維及膠原蛋白所組成的，隨著年齡增長或保養不足，都會影響皮膚的彈性和緊緻度，日積月累就會造成皮膚鬆弛及表面出現皺摺細紋，此現象不只會出現在臉上，也會發生在全身各部位 。 醫師會怎麼診斷和治療皺紋？ 醫師會經由直接觀察臉部表情及肌肉活動來進行評估，可了解皺紋的種類、形成的原因，以便提供對症有效的治療建議。 皺紋的形成原因有哪幾種？ 根據出現的位置及形成原因，皺紋可分為2大類： 1.動態紋： 面部表情需經肌肉收縮及皮膚拉伸才能產生，長期下來形成的紋路稱為動態紋，又稱表情紋，如抬頭紋、眉間紋、魚尾紋及笑紋。 2.靜態紋 主要因素為膠原蛋白流失及彈性纖維斷裂，當臉部沒有做任何表情時，就已存在的紋路，稱為靜態紋，如法令紋、木偶紋、頸紋。 想讓皺紋消失，有哪些治療方式可以選擇？ 以下是改善皺紋問題常見的幾種治療方式： 1.日常保養 外出時要避免長時間陽光曝曬，可選擇合適的防曬產品來阻絕紫外線，以延緩肌膚老化；每日清潔臉部時可挑選溫和型卸妝品，減少拉扯及搓揉肌膚；保養品方面優先選擇保濕類產品，更能有效鎖住水分，維持肌膚光滑。 2.注射肉毒桿菌 肉毒桿菌是從細菌的分泌物經高科技純化，萃取出來的蛋白質，可以用來阻斷運動神經末梢的傳導功能，治療過度活耀的肌肉，使引起皺紋的肌肉放鬆。治療過程中會有針扎感，但只作用在治療部位，並不影響其他表情動作，不會有臉部僵硬的問題，效果通常可維持4~6個月。 3.注射玻尿酸 外用塗擦的玻尿酸僅有保濕效果，無法減少皺紋;而注射用玻尿酸是一種透明的多醣類膠狀物質，可用來填補皮膚的印痕及凹陷處。在注射肉毒桿菌減少表情皺紋活動的同時，建議一併注射玻尿酸將皺紋填平，以達到相輔相成的加強效果。 4.注射維生素 以高濃度的維生素透過點滴注射，促進膠原蛋白增生，並加強肌膚修護力，但須頻繁施打。 5.脂肪填充手術 醫師從治療者身體取出定量脂肪，多選擇腹部、背部或大腿等處的脂肪，經特殊的離心洗淨與淘選後，再注射到想填補的皺紋處，其優點為利用自體脂肪可降低排斥問題，傷口僅約為針孔大小，術後脂肪穩定期約3個月，建議此期間內勿減肥，以維持更好的效果。 6.內視鏡拉皮手術 做法是將皮膚的皺褶拉緊，切除多餘的脂肪和皮膚後進行縫合，通過手術修復臉部結構和組織，減少皺紋並改善臉部輪廓。因使用的是內視鏡手術，只需要在前額髮線後開小洞即可手術，較傳統型拉皮手術有更多好處，如傷口小更容易照護，且減少疤痕形成並可加速復原時間。 7.Thermage FLX 鳳凰電波 屬於非侵入性治療，不會有任何傷口，是利用每秒678萬次的高頻率電流，在深層皮膚產生55~65度的熱能，以刺激膠原蛋白新生，達到撫平細紋、提升膚質、緊緻肌膚及重塑輪廓的效果，治療方式中包含脈衝技術，以環繞式施打來提升舒適度，及AccuREP技術使每一療程區域有完整且一致的能量，大幅優化療程效能。 鳳凰電波不僅臉部可施打，也適合眼周、四肢皺褶或身體橘皮部位皆可做此治療，且療程的後續照顧簡單，僅需正常保濕及防曬，視情況能維持1~2年。 我不知道怎麼選擇治療方式，該如何諮詢? 皺紋治療的方法種類繁多，歡迎至安德森整形外科診所諮詢，您可藉由整形外科醫師的專業評估，經與個案管理師諮詢溝通後，審慎的選擇出對您最適合的治療方案。

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Primary Lymphedema 淋巴管靜脈吻合術：​安德森的專業技術， 您的安心選擇及​案例分享 Lymphovenous Anatomosis (LVA) Say Goodbye to Compression Garments after Dr. Cheng's Lymphedema Microsurgery Lymphedema A common problem cancer survivors face is post-operative lymphedema. Lymphedema is caused by excess fluid that collects in the body’s tissue, causing swelling (edema). The symptoms are typically swollen limbs due to lymphatic circulation blockage. Some patients may also experience skin problems (eczema, rough skin, unidentified protrusion), repeated cellulitis or toe mold infection. Award winning plastic surgeon Dr. Cheng specializes in reconstructive surgery and is an expert in the lymphovenous anatomosis (LVA) technique, a minimally-invasive microsurgery procedure that can address the symptoms of lymphedema. Since lymphedema is not always treatable with non-surgical rehabilitation, LVA surgery can greatly improve the condition. Anderson, Your safe choice Medical Center Specifications and Equipment The operating room is equipped with Mitaka microscopes, of which there are only four in Taiwan. They have a resolution of up to 16 million pixels and can magnify 42 times optically. They are very suitable for the anastomosis of lymphatic vessels and veins of 0.5 mm and are often used in lymphatic venous anastomosis, such as preoperative evaluation and intraoperative evaluation of the permeability of sutures, making the operation more stable and safe. Case 57-year-old female with left upper limb lymphedema for 12- months Before Surgery: This is a 57-year-old female with left upper limb lymphedema for 12- months after left mastectomy and radiation. After Surgery: At a 15- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 86% and 100% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. 56-year-old female with right upper limb lymphedema for 10- months Before Surgery: This is a 56-year-old female with right upper limb lymphedema for 10- months after right mastectomy and axillary 31 lymph nodes dissection and radiation. After Surgery: At a 36- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 100% and 100% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. 39-year-old female with left upper limb lymphedema for 6- months Before Surgery: This is a 39-year-old female with left upper limb lymphedema for 6- months after left mastectomy and axillary 31 lymph nodes dissection and radiation. After Surgery: At a 3- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 35% and 60% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. Before Surgery: This is a 64-year-old female with left upper limb lymphedema for 12- months after right mastectomy and axillary lymph nodes dissection and radiation. After Surgery: At a 36- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 100% and 100% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. At a 36- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 100% and 100% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. Candidates for LVA Cancer patients that have had lymph nodes removed due to the disease Patients who have not experienced relief from non-surgical therapies Cheng’s grading I, and early grade II lymphedema Partial obstruction on lymphoscintigraphy Patent lymphatic ducts on ICG lymphography Determining a Treatment Plan For patients with grade I to IV lymphedema, an individualized treatment plan is determined based on imaging studies. Patients with grade I and early II lymphedema will undergo a lymphodynamic evaluation by indocyanine green (ICG) lymphography. The ICG injection allows Dr. Cheng to evaluate the presence and location of open, functioning lymphatic channels or dermal backflow (obstruction of lymphatic flow). This type of image study is performed via injections into the second and fourth web spaces of the fingers or toes. Images are obtained at 5 minutes, and then again after 20 hours. These image studies enable Dr. Cheng to create a customized treatment plan for each patient depending on their degree of lymphedema. How Does LVA Surgery Work? The most advanced, minimally invasive super-microsurgical techniques relieve lymphedema through small incisions (around 3cm). Preoperatively, ICG lymphography is used to map the lymphatic system on the skin and locate the incisions. Once the lymphatic channel and a suitable vein have been identified and prepared, a connection between them is created to give the lymphatic fluid an alternative route to escape from the affected area. The lymph fluid will then drain effectively through the vein. Surgical Techniques If LVA surgery is chosen for a patient, Dr. Cheng’s preference is to perform one or two Side-To-End (lymph-to-vein) anastomosis. Using super-microsurgery techniques, Dr. Cheng performs the LVA surgery so that the lymph can drain into the vein from both proximal and distal directions. Into the planned incision, allowing the lymphatic channels to be easily detected. The can then be seen draining from the lymphatic channel into the vein, confirming LVA surgery success. ICG fluorescence may also be used to verify a successful LVA surgery. Side-to-end (Cheng’s Technique) End-to-end (Koshima’s Technique) End-to-end (A and B) end-to-side (C and D) anastomosis are shown. The decision to perform one versus another is based on the intrinsic functionality of the native lymphatic and the inherent pumping mechanism. If the venous pressure is greater than the lymphatic pressure, the blood is regurgitated and causes the anastomosis thrombosis (B and D). Bidirectional lymph will flow into the vein in a side-to-end fashion (C and D). Data source: Principles and Practice of Lymphedema Surgery. Cheng MH, Chang DW, Patel KM (Editors). Elsevier Inc, Oxford, United Kingdom. ISBN: 978-0-323-29897-1. July 2015, page 63. Patency test of the side-to-end lymphovenous anastomosis using indocyanine green lymphography (right) and patent blue (left) Q1 What does the lymphatic system do? The lymphatic system is vital to ensure a healthy body. It is responsible for circulating protein-rich lymph fluid though the body. During this process, it collects bacteria, viruses and waste. The fluid gets carried through the lymph vessels to the lymph nodes where the waste is filtered out by infection-fighting cells. The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system and a crucial aspect of a person's health. Q2 What are the causes of lymphedema? Lymphedema occurs when your lymphatic system is unable to properly drain lymph fluid. While primary lymphedema occurs on its own, secondary lymphedema, which is more common, is caused by a disease or condition. Secondary lymphedema is usually seen when the lymph nodes are removed, oftentimes as part of a cancer treatment. Lymphedema can also be caused by damage to the lymph nodes, from radiation treatment or infection. Should there be a blockage in the lymphatic system, the lymph fluid will not drain well. This leads to fluid buildup and swelling, which generally occurs in the arms and legs. Q3 How can LVA surgery improve lymphedema? LVA surgical approaches, like Dr. Cheng's advanced LVA technique, are effective in reducing or eliminating lymphedema swelling and discomfort. The LVA method directly connects the lymphatic vessels in the affected area to nearby veins. This allows the built-up lymph fluid to drain, which improves the fluid circulation in the body. Typically, LVA is an outpatient procedure, with most patients returning home the same day as the surgery. Contact Dr. Cheng For A Consultation If you have Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema and would like to know more about the most advanced treatments, contact Dr. Cheng. Internationally recognized as a leading lymphedema specialist, Dr. Cheng can discuss treatment options, based on your individual case. Dr. Cheng is a member of the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery and has performed numerous VLN surgeries on breast cancer survivors and other lymphedema patients. Learn more

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Lower Extremity Lymphedema 下肢淋巴水腫：成因與症狀、淋巴水腫診斷、治療方式 What is Lymphedema of The Legs? Say Goodbye to Compression Garments after Dr. Cheng's Lymphedema Microsurgery Lower Extremity Lymphedema? The lower extremity lymphedema has a 10-49% occurrence in patients who suffer from gynecological cancers with pelvic lymph node dissection and radiation. Higher body mass index, a greater number of pelvic lymph node removal, and radiation are the top risk factors for lower extremity lymphedema caused by parasite infection (Filariasis). Primary lymphedema patients with unknown etiology for symptoms and signs are categorized by their ages of onset as congenital (less than 2 years), lymphedema praecox (2- 35 years), and lymphedema tadar (older than 35 years). The incidence is higher after cancer resection and lymph node dissection in vulva cancer followed by cervical and ovarian cancer. Recently, sentinel lymph node biopsy was selectively applied in gynecological cancer surgery to reduce the lower limb lymphedema. Symptoms of Leg Lymphedema Lymphedema then presents as chronic changes and swelling of the tissue and is often associated with adipogenesis or fibrotic changes in the lower limb as well. Severe fibrosis occurs with long-standing lymphedema due to the accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the interstitial spaces coupled with inflammation repeated bouts of cellulitis. It is common for lymphedema patients to experience depression, due to the physical discomfort, emotional distress and lowered quality of life. Diagnosis of Leg Lymphedema Dr. Ming-Huei Cheng developed a Cheng’s Lymphedema Grading tool to assess the severity of extremity lymphedema. Cheng Lymphedema Grading System is currently the most common used measurement, it is based on not only subjective criteria and clear objective findings that could facilitate discussions and meaningful comparison of the treatment proposed. The circumferential measurement is an objective analysis tool to assess the severity of lymphedema commonly by comparing the circumferential differences between the lymphedematous limb and the normal limb. Lymphoscintigraphy, computed tomography (CT), indocyanine green (ICG) lymphography, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are other key diagnostic devices to determine the severity of lymphedema. The lymphoscintigraphy has been reported as the most effective indicator with 96% sensitive and 100% specific conclusion for diagnosing extremity lymphedema. The Taiwan Lymphoscintigraphy Staging systems was published in 2018 at Annals of Surgery. Lymphoscintigraphy computed tomography (CT) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) indocyanine green (ICG) lymphography Treatment of Lower Extremity Treatments of lymphedema are aimed to control infection, to reduce the swelling of the extremity and to improve the quality of life. Basic treatments of lymphedema start with conservative physical therapy, including manual lymphatic drainage and compression bandage-centered decongestive lymphatic therapy. The efficacy of conservative physical therapy presents only when the patients are compliant with the treatment program. However, it also carries risks of intravascular cancer metastasis and thrombosis formation. Surgical treatments are indicated when first line conservative measures fail and when patients present with late stage disease. There are two main categories of surgical treatment: excisional and physiologic procedures. Excisional procedures are essentially a surgical reduction of excess fibro-adipose tissue in the affected limb while physiologic procedures reconstruct the lymphatic system to improve physiologic drainage. Surgical treatments are also “be cure and control”, the goals of treatment are similarly preventing progression of disease and reducing morbidities. Debulky surgery and circumferential suction-assisted lipectomy can be performed to reduce the severely, non-pitting lymphedematous extremity. More technical demanding surgeries, such as lymphaticovenous anastomosis and Free vascularized lymph node transfer The basic physiologic mechanism of the vascularized lymph node flap is that lymph is absorbed by the transferred lymph nodes and drained into a donor vein through natural lymphaticovenous connections inside a flap. The arterial flow from the recipient artery to the vascularized lymph node flap provides the driving force for venous return and hence, continuous lymph drainage. We report the transfer of a vascularized submental lymph node flap to the ankle is a novel approach for the effective treatment of lower extremity lymphedema. There was no donor site morbidity. At a mean follow-up of 8.7 ± 4.2 months, the mean reduction of the leg circumfer- ence was 64±11.5% above the knee, 63.7±34.3% below the knee and 67.3±19.2% above the ankle. All of the patients did not use compression garments post-operatively! Anderson, Your safe choice Medical Center Specifications and Equipment The operating room is equipped with Mitaka microscopes, of which there are only four in Taiwan. They have a resolution of up to 16 million pixels and can magnify 42 times optically. They are very suitable for the anastomosis of lymphatic vessels and veins of 0.5 mm and are often used in lymphatic venous anastomosis, such as preoperative evaluation and intraoperative evaluation of the permeability of sutures, making the operation more stable and safe. Recommended reading journal A novel approach to the treatment of lower extremity lymphedema by transferring a vascularized submental lymph node flap to the ankle. Cheng MH, Huang JJ, Nguyen DH, Saint-Cyr M, Zenn MR, Tan BK, Lee CL. Gynecol Oncol. 2012 Jul;126(1):93-8. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22516659 Simultaneous Bilateral Submental Lymph Node Flaps for Lower Limb Lymphedema Post Leg Charles Procedure. Ito R, Lin MC, Cheng MH. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2015 Sep 15;3(9):e513. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26495226 Vascularized lymph node transfer for treatment of extremity lymphedema: An overview of current controversies regarding donor sites, recipient sites and outcomes. Pappalardo M, Patel K, Cheng MH. J Surg Oncol. 2018 Jun;117(7):1420-1431. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29572824 Correlation between Quantity of Transferred Lymph Nodes and Outcome in Vascularized Submental Lymph Node Flap Transfer for Lower Limb Lymphedema. Gustafsson J, Chu SY, Chan WH, Cheng MH. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Jul 10. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30020232 Contact Dr. Cheng For A Consultation If you have Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema and would like to know more about the most advanced treatments, contact Dr. Cheng. Internationally recognized as a leading lymphedema specialist, Dr. Cheng can discuss treatment options, based on your individual case. Dr. Cheng is a member of the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery and has performed numerous VLN surgeries on breast cancer survivors and other lymphedema patients. Learn more

專業麻醉醫師團隊，手術更安心。 認識蕭斯云 醫師和馮育斌 醫師 和他們的專業背景，讓您以及家屬都能放心 A professional team of anesthesiologists, making surgery safer Our team is professionally licensed and every operation is fully monitored, giving you and your family peace of mind. 蕭斯云 醫師 學歷 中國醫藥大學 醫學系 經歷 台北國泰綜合醫院 麻醉科 住院醫師&總醫師 台灣麻醉醫學會 專科醫師考試合格 衛生福利部立金門醫院 麻醉科 主治醫師 台北國泰綜合醫院 麻醉科 兼任主治醫師 沐美診所 麻醉主治醫師 三重宏仁醫院 麻醉科 兼任主治醫師 馮育斌 醫師 學歷 國防醫學院醫學系 經歷 台中榮民總醫院麻醉部住院醫師 台北國泰綜合醫院麻醉科主治醫師 日本東京醫科齒科大學齒科麻醉科研修醫師 汐止國泰綜合醫院麻醉科主治醫師 專長 兒童牙科門診鎮靜 成人牙科門診鎮靜 整形外科麻醉 產科麻醉 現職 舒美麻醉醫療團隊主治醫師

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揮別壓力衣！鄭教授的獨門顯微手術，改善淋巴水腫帶來的不適，了解不同淋巴水腫治療方式的比較及安德森的專業

認識更多原發性淋巴水腫的存在、發展的原因，診斷方式、治療方法，以及為何專業的安德森診所是你最好的選擇。 Primary Lymphedema Say Goodbye to Compression Garments after Dr. Cheng's Lymphedema Microsurgery Symptoms of Primary Lymphedema Primary lymphedema is the presence or development of lymphedema without any relation to any underlying medical condition. Primary lymphedema has a quoted incidence of approximately 1-3 births out of every 100,000 births, with a particular female preponderance to male ratio of 3.5:1 worldly. In North America, the incidence of primary lymphedema is approximately 1.15 births out of every 100,000 births. Primary lymphedema can be classified depending on the age of onset of the patients: at infancy (birth to 1 year), during childhood (1-8 or 9 years), during adolescence (9-21 years), and lastly during adulthood (after 21 years). Mutations in VEGFR3 (Milroy disease), CCBE1 (Hennekam syndrome), SOX18 (hypotrichosis-telangiectasia-lymphedema), and FOXC2 (lymphedema distichiasis) are several eponymous conditions that present at birth and involve the development of lymphedema. Familial lymphedema of the lower extremities that presents itself during adolescence is known as Meige disease. Its underlying genetic abnormality is not known yet, but its familial nature and presentation at adolescence are characteristics of it. Primary lymphedema often occurs at birth and for causes or by mechanisms that are unknown. When primary lymphedema becomes symptomatic in adulthood, these patients often have a long-standing history of lymphedema that is associated with the destruction of lymphatic channels. Adipogenesis or proliferation of adipose tissue coupled with dense fibrosis often results in severe lymphedema of the limb and a more severe presentation. Severe fibrosis occurs with long-standing lymphedema due to the accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the interstitial spaces coupled with inflammation repeated bouts of cellulitis. Diagnosis of Primary Lymphedema Pre-operative lymphoscintigraphy and indocyanine green (ICG) lymphography are used to detect the presence of any intact lymphatic channels. If a lymphatic duct is available at ICG lymphography, the patient is offered the lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA), whereas those without patent lymphatic ducts are indicated for vascularized lymph node transfers (VLNT). If the lymphoscintigraphy shown total obstruction, the patients are offered VLNT directly. Ultrasound Doppler is used to evaluate the concomitant vascular lesions at the proximal site. Single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) is indicated for those patients with suspected concomitant chylous ascites. MRI is prescribed for the evaluation of donor site lymph node basins of neck if the vascularized lymph node flap is indicated. Lymphoscintigraphy computed tomography (CT) indocyanine green (ICG) lymphography Treatment Of Primary Lymphedema Both Vascularized lymph node transfers (VLNT) and lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) are surgical treatments that have been proven effective in treating secondary lymphedema. VLNT involves the microsurgical transfer of lymph node-containing tissue to a lymphedematous limb, which works based on the movement of lymphatic fluid from the affected limb into the transferred lymph node and drainage via the newly anastomosed venous route. We have reported a paper to compare the results of VLNT and LVA treatments of lymphedema. 80% of primary lymphedema required a VLNT for the functional recovery and 20% of primary lymphedema may undergo a LVA. At a mean follow-up of 20 months, mean circumferential reduction of limb circumference and episodes of cellulitis were 3.7 ± 2.9 cm and 1.9 ± 2.9 cm; 5.1 ± 2.8 times/year and 4.2 ±0.5 times/year in VLNT and LVA groups, respectively (p = 0.7). Improvements in overall score of the Lymphedema quality of life questionnaire (LYMQoL) (from 3.9 ± 1.2 to 6.4 ± 1.1, p < 0.05) in VLNT group had statistically significant difference than that (from 3.0 ± 1.4 to 5.0 ± 2.4, p=0.07) in LVA group. Both VLNT and LVA surgeries can effectively treat primary lymphedema patients. The reduction of above-knee circumference, body weight, episodes of cellulitis, and the improvement of LYMQoL was significantly greater in LVNT compared to LVA. All of the patients did not use compression garments post-operatively! Anderson, Your safe choice Medical Center Specifications and Equipment The operating room is equipped with Mitaka microscopes, of which there are only four in Taiwan. They have a resolution of up to 16 million pixels and can magnify 42 times optically. They are very suitable for the anastomosis of lymphatic vessels and veins of 0.5 mm and are often used in lymphatic venous anastomosis, such as preoperative evaluation and intraoperative evaluation of the permeability of sutures, making the operation more stable and safe. Recommended reading journal Vascularized lymph node flap transfer and lymphovenous anastomosis for klippel-trenaunay syndrome with congenital lymphedema. Qiu SS, Chen HY, Cheng MH. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2014 Jul 9;2(6):e167. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25289360 Successful Outcomes of Vascularized Lymph Node Transfer and Lymphovenous Anastomosis for Treatment of Primary Lymphedema. Charles, Cheng MH. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2018 [Epub ahead of print] Contact Dr. Cheng For A Consultation If you have Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema and would like to know more about the most advanced treatments, contact Dr. Cheng. Internationally recognized as a leading lymphedema specialist, Dr. Cheng can discuss treatment options, based on your individual case. Dr. Cheng is a member of the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery and has performed numerous VLN surgeries on breast cancer survivors and other lymphedema patients. Learn more