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Travel Visa What is a visa? A visa is a permission certificate or a stamp on a non-citizen applicant’s passport to enter a particular country. To apply for a visa to Taiwan, please visit a Taiwan Representative Office nearest to you. Types of Visas to Taiwan: Visitor, Business Visa: (effective for 7 to 30 days) A U.S citizen doesn’t need a visa to visit Taiwan for up to 30 days. Please apply for your visa before your arrival in Taiwan, if you are not a U.S. citizen. For most patients, a visitor visa should offer sufficient time to undergo most kinds of medical checkups, examinations, and treatments. In the event that you are required to stay for longer than one month, we will assist you in applying for a medical visa. A formal certificate of diagnosis will be provided to you for the request of time extension for a medical visa. Landing Visa / Visa Exemption Please complete the immigration card WHILE on board the incoming flight. Citizens of some countries are eligible for a landing visa or visa exemption, which permits individuals to enter Taiwan without prior visa application for a duration of 30 to 90 days. Please click on the link on landing visa for more information. Please click on the link on visa exemption for more information. Entry Permit for Certain Passport Holders For citizens of certain countries, such as Pakistan, Iraq, Myanmar (Burma), Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Afghanistan, a formal medical visa letter signed by our hospital’s doctor will be required to gain entry into Taiwan. Travel Information Say Goodbye to Compression Garments after Dr. Cheng's Lymphedema Microsurgery Once you have confirmed and accepted your treatment plan, we will contact you to double-check and confirm the dates of your previous appointments. We will prepare the necessary travel visa, airport pick-up and hotel accommodation for you, and also make it easy for you to contact us. Travel Destination Known as the “heart of Asia”, Taiwan is packed with exciting things to do, beautiful sights to see, amazing food to try, festivals to enjoy, and friendly people to meet. Taiwan is famous for its landscape, rich heritage, diverse folk traditions, mild climate, magnificent temples, and numerous national museums. It has become a very popular travel destination in Asia because of its convenient and efficient transportation system, safe and secured environment, kind people, and affordable cost of travel. Taiwan’s unique tourism attractions – the combination of traditional Asia and the modern world, the contrast between metropolitan and countryside, the blending cultures of the old and the new, stunning scenery of mountains, coastlines and valleys, and tasty local food and international cuisines – bring tourists back to this beautiful island year after year. Taipei 101 Located in the finest district Taipei has to offer, TAIPEI 101 is the largest engineering project ever in the history of the Taiwan construction business. At 382 meters above the ground the 89F Observation Floor offers visitors a commanding view of the city and Taipei Basin at all directions. Yehliu Geopark Yehliu Geopark is truly a park of natural wonders: rocks carved by wave-cutting and weathering over years and years were formed into shapes resembling figures that are real. The most famous one is of course the Queen’s Head, among other “statues” that are named the Fairy’s Shoe, the Mushroom Rocks, the Tofu Rocks, and the Elephant Rocks, along with many interesting potholes. Do not forget to bring your camera. Sun Moon Lake The Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area is praised for its five major recreational systems, including the lake, Shueili River, Puli, Jhuoshuei River, and Jiji. The surrounding areas stretch to cover known tourist spots including Taumi, Checheng, Jiji, Shueisheda Mountain, Sangyong Falls, Mingtan Reservoir, and Shueili River. Sun Moon Lake features the only full-range 3D tours (lake, sky and land) in Taiwan. The lake cycling trail has been recognized by CNNGO, CNN as one of the most beautiful cycling trails in the world. *Travel Visa Information : National Immigration Agency www.taiwan.net.tw Taroko National Park Taroko is famous for its spectacular mountains and marble canyons. Cliffs and canyons stretch along Liwu River. The waterfalls characterized Taroko National Park and the most famous ones are Baiyang Waterfall, Yindai Waterfall, Changchun Waterfall, and Lushui Waterfall. Swallow Grotto (Yanzikou) and Tunnel of Nine Turns (Jiuqudong) are the most impressive natural scenes in Taroko and the canyons here are the narrowest.

Visiting Professorships Say Goodbye to Compression Garments after Dr. Cheng's Lymphedema Microsurgery Godina Traveling Professor, Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery Institute University of California, Irvine, Orange, California, June 10, 2006. 2006 Godina Traveling Fellow and Flap Course Faculty, Duke University. Visiting Professor, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, Nort Carolina, August 4, 2006. Visiting Lecturer, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Department of Plastic Surgery, Houston, Texas, November 13-15, 2006. Visiting Professor in Plastic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 16-19, 2006. Visiting Professor in Plastic Surgery, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, Illinois, November 20-22, 2006. Visiting Professor in Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, New York University Lang one Medical Center, New York, October 25-29, 2008. Visiting Professor in Division of Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, October 29-31, 2008. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer, Houston, Texas, July 13-14, 2009 Visiting Professor in Division of Plastic Surgery, University of South California, Los Angeles, California, July 16-17, 2009. Visiting Professor in Division of Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic Phoenix, Arizona, October 27-29, 2009. Visiting Professor in Division of Plastic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, July 17-21,2010. Visiting Professor in Division of Plastic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore, July 13-17, 2011. Visiting Professor in Division of Plastic Surgery, the Ohio State University, July 10-14, 2012. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, February 5, 2014. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, Brussels University Hospital, March 2-4, 2014. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, October 7-8, 2014. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, March 26, 2015. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University, March 27, 2015. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Michigan, September 22-25, 2015. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, January 14 - 15. 2016 Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, February 22, 2016. ASRM William A. Zamboni Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, University of California, San Diego, May 16-17, 2016. ASRM William A. Zamboni Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, The University of Chicago Medicine & Biological Sciences,Chicago, September 18-19, 2016. ASRM William A. Zamboni Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, University of California, Irvine, November 7-8, 2016. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, August 21, 2017. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Michigan, Detroit, August 28 to 30, 2017. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, Boston, November 3 to 4,2017. International Visiting Professor in Plastics Division, Stanford University, February 16-21, 2018. Visiting Professor in Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Michigan, Detroit, July 29 to August 1, 2018. Visiting Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, August 8 to 10, 2019. Buncke Clinic Virtual Visiting Professor, Webinar, May 9, 2020. Visiting Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, May 2 to 6, 2022.

皮秒雷射+防曬肌密評比，去除斑點、痘疤、胎記、刺青，告別小花臉，找回淨白無瑕高光美肌，不需遮瑕、不必修圖、不怕素顏見人！享受輕透裸妝感 除斑淨膚療程 Spot removal and skin clearing treatment 想要「修修臉」，哪種效果最好!? 皮秒雷射+防曬肌密評比 去除斑點、痘疤、胎記、刺青 告別你的小花臉~~找回淨白無瑕的少女感美光肌 不用遮瑕~不必修圖~不怕素顏見人~ 享受輕透裸妝感 皮膚的黑色素細胞組織受到環境、紫外線及內分泌等影響，就會讓膚色變黑，產生各種不同的斑點。各種斑點形成的原因不同，在皮膚呈現的深淺度也不同，醫師會根據病灶成因選擇適合的雷射機種來治療。 常見形成斑點的原因 1.紫外線曝曬，皮膚超級虐 太陽光的照射是造成斑點的頭號殺手，當肌膚受到紫外線長時間的照射時，就會啟動黑素細胞活性，進而產生黑色素(Melanin)保護肌膚。健康的肌膚狀況能隨著新陳代謝而淡化，但是當黑色素的生成平衡遭到破壞，或肌膚更新速度異常，導致黑色素過度製造及分布不均時，就會留下斑點或暗沉。 2.女性賀爾蒙黃體期，特別容易長斑 女性都有經期週期，每月排卵期到生理期來的這一段時間也稱之為黃體期（又稱分泌期），這時候身體會分泌大量的黃體素(Estrogen)，黃體素主要由下丘腦和腦垂體所控制，下丘腦和腦垂體除了分泌黃體素之外，也會伴隨分泌雌激素，雌激素是一種製造黑色素的賀爾蒙，因此當女性處於黃體期時，體內會分泌大量的黑色素，因此防曬就變得更為重要，一旦忽略，會比平時更容易黑色素沉澱形成斑點；懷孕的婦女受到賀爾蒙的影響也容易長斑，尤其在乳暈、腋下、鼠蹊等處，特別容易發生黑色素沉澱。此外，口服避孕丸及停經婦女，因為體內賀爾蒙發生變化，也容易造成黑斑或黑色素在皮膚生成。 3.皮膚受傷後的色素沉澱 當肌膚受到傷害處於發炎的狀態，此時體內會分泌大量的免疫激素來啟動防禦機制，許多研究已證實免疫激素如白介素-1(IL-1)、白介素-6(IL-6)及腫瘤壞死因子(TNF-α)等，都會刺激黑色素的活性，產生過量的黑色素就稱為發炎後色素沉澱Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) ，當肌膚受傷或發炎，這時候此區域就會出現斑點，外觀多為棕色、褐色或深褐色，一旦忽略防曬、重複發炎或不治療，可能會永久存在且惡化。常見的PIH症狀如：蚊蟲咬傷造成「紅豆冰」、痘痘發炎擠壓造成痘疤、皮膚癬菌或病毒性發炎、接觸性皮炎引起的色素沉澱。 我的膚色比較暗沈，可以如何改善呢？ 脈衝光(IPL)或彩衝光是全方位的高能量光能照射治療法，它可以治療皮膚暗沈、改善膚色不均、淡化斑點、減弱細紋、縮小毛孔，使皮膚更緊實細緻，療程相對溫和，獲得許多女性的喜愛。 另一個選擇是皮秒雷射(Pico way)，主要是透過不同波長的雷射能量，改善像是黑色素沉澱、膚色不均、痘疤或深淺層斑點等問題。治療無開放性傷口，可快速修復。 我有雀斑，在兩邊顴骨應該如何處理？ 雀斑常見在眼睛下方、兩側顴骨處，較常發生在年輕女性，可以使用銣雅鉻或皮秒雷射治療，它可以震碎色素斑點，而黑色素代謝也較快。 長期曬太陽造成的曬斑，可以徹底清除嗎? 曬斑一般與陽光的照射及紫外線有關，常發生在臉部或手臂上。可以使用脈衝光、銣雅鉻或皮秒雷射治療。雷射後建議要做好防曬，包含物理性及化學性防曬，以避免反黑。 隨著年紀增長，臉部開始出現茶褐色老人斑，會越老越嚴重嗎? 老人斑又稱脂漏性角化症，是型態較多樣化的皮膚症狀，有深淺、平凸不同的呈現，常發生在中年時期，會發生在臉部或手上，可以使用鉺雅鉻雷射治療，或二氧化碳雷射處理，通常需要1~2次的治療，約一週雷射傷口就可復原。若是有單一顆或較大體積的老人斑，建議手術切除，專科醫師若懷疑老人斑合併惡性變化時，會建議使用手術切除並送病理化驗。 臉上長出大片肝斑，該怎麼辦? 肝斑好發於年輕、懷孕後女性，因為內分泌、荷爾蒙或壓力等問題，常見於額頭、顴骨、臉頰兩側等位置，為黃褐、暗褐色的大區塊片狀斑，邊界常不明顯、形狀不規則，呈對稱分佈。雷射可以用來治療很多色素斑點疾病，但對於肝斑的治療效果有限，在雷射部分可以使用脈衝光或皮秒雷射來淡化斑點，但雷射後容易反黑，需要小心防曬。目前的肝斑治療都只能控制，並無法完全根除肝斑。最重要的是要防曬以及維持健康的飲食作息。 臉上有「紅色血管瘤」好困擾，能根治嗎? 血管瘤外觀看起來是紅色的腫塊，主要是因為血管內皮細胞異常增殖以及血管結構異常所產生，可以使用染料雷射治療，有冷卻系統配合比較不痛，此方法也可以用來治療臉上微血管擴張造成的血管絲及改善黑眼圈，是目前血管雷射治療的最佳選擇。 雷射術後「不反黑」的保養秘訣 1.溫和清潔 雷射手術後角質會變得較敏感，對於空氣中的髒污及塗擦防曬產品，還是需要確實的清潔。但因為雷射手術後有可能會有一些微創傷口，建議選擇敏感肌膚使用的卸妝水和不含皂鹼的洗面乳，溫和的清潔肌膚。 2.鎮定舒緩 可以使用許多醫美品牌所推出的「礦泉噴霧」當作化妝水使用，因為活泉水中有含豐富的礦物質，可以讓肌膚退紅且鎮定舒緩，肌膚感到乾燥時就可以隨時拿起來使用，相當方便 3.保濕修護-精華液 雷射手術後的保濕、修護相當重要，選擇含有保濕修護功能的精華液，可以有效幫助肌膚修護再生，使肌膚復原得更加快速。 4.長效鎖水保 濕 使用保養品前可以先敷生物型保濕面膜，能使肌膚加快吸收保養品。再使用乳液或乳霜這類保濕成分較高的產品，不只保濕還可以鎖水，把所需要的營養鎖在肌膚裡。 5.防曬一定要做好 此段時間的肌膚較敏感，受紫外線刺激可能會產生大量的黑色素，造成手術後的所謂「反黑」問題。因此防曬相當的重要，依據肌膚狀況使用不同的方式做防曬，如使用物理性防曬或防曬產品，也請不要讓肌膚直曬太陽。 雷射術後避免使用的保養品 1.抗痘效果的保養品 2.各種酸類保養品，例如：杏仁酸、果酸、水楊酸等成分 3.有煥膚功能的保養品 4.美白成分的保養品 5.含酒精成分的保養品

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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 Delayed Reconstruction Say Goodbye to Compression Garments after Dr. Cheng's Lymphedema Microsurgery Treatment Instructions Delayed breast reconstruction refers to a situation where breast cancer patients do not choose to undergo breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, or they miss the opportunity for immediate reconstruction due to a lack of information. Some patients may temporarily decline reconstruction surgery due to fear of cancer, concerns about the success rate of the surgery, or other reasons. After completing breast cancer treatment, including chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy, they undergo breast reconstruction at a later time. This second surgery is known as delayed breast reconstruction. Regain beauty and confidence. DIEP Flap (1) DIEP Flap (2) 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. Is delayed reconstruction more difficult? Delayed breast reconstruction is slightly more challenging compared to immediate breast reconstruction. Factors such as insufficient skin, scar tissue from previous surgery, and underarm depressions after lymph node clearance are additional considerations. First, during a total mastectomy, if immediate reconstruction is not planned, the breast surgeon will remove excess skin and close the wound with a straight line. Therefore, in autologous tissue breast reconstruction, not only is fat from areas like the abdomen, back, buttocks, or thighs important, but the skin covering the area is also crucial. If the patient opts for implant reconstruction or desires scar placement similar to immediate reconstruction (limited to a smaller area), an additional step is required: inserting a tissue expander to stretch the skin. The second challenge is the scar tissue adhesions or fibrosis within the entire chest area. During the reconstruction surgery, the surgeon must carefully release these scars to create a well-shaped breast. The third issue is the noticeable depression in the underarm, caused by the removal of most lymph nodes. If this depression can be filled during reconstruction, the result will be much more satisfying, particularly improving clothing options and comfort, especially in summer. Another technical challenge arises with free flap breast reconstruction. The surgeon must find a healthy set of blood vessels in the chest to supply blood to the flap. In delayed reconstruction, the thoracodorsal artery may sometimes be unusable due to damage from the first surgery or because severe scarring makes dissection difficult. However, this issue is not the most difficult for experienced surgeons. Most skilled and up-to-date surgeons now use the internal mammary vessels for anastomosis. Although the internal mammary technique is more complex than using the thoracodorsal artery and less experienced surgeons may be hesitant to use it, it yields better results. The fat in the flap survives well due to the abundant blood supply. While delayed reconstruction presents certain challenges, these can be overcome by experienced surgeons. Delayed breast reconstruction can still achieve a natural and beautiful result, making it a highly recommended procedure. Breast cancer survival rates have significantly improved, and we sincerely believe that patients should not have to endure ongoing inconvenience or lifelong feelings of loss and regret due to the absence of a breast. When can delayed reconstruction be done? According to research from the world’s leading cancer hospitals, it is now widely accepted that breast reconstruction can be performed at the same time as mastectomy without increasing the risk of breast cancer recurrence or interfering with the detection of any potential recurrence. As a result, this is not just a trend but the reason why every breast cancer patient, once diagnosed, is immediately referred to a plastic surgeon to discuss reconstruction options. Therefore, the best time for breast reconstruction is whenever the patient expresses a desire to undergo the procedure. In the past, doctors used to advise patients not to undergo reconstruction within two years of a mastectomy, as most breast cancer recurrences happen within this period. However, in recent years, this restriction has been lifted. In Taiwan, particularly at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, the recurrence rate is 4-5%, while in the U.S. it is 2-3%. Considering the 4-5% recurrence rate versus the 95% of patients whose quality of life and psychological well-being can be improved, such advice now seems unreasonable and unfair. Helping patients feel truly free from breast cancer as soon as possible is the greatest mission and source of fulfillment for reconstructive surgeons. The current consensus is that if chemotherapy or radiation therapy is required after mastectomy, breast reconstruction can be done once these treatments are completed. It is generally recommended to wait about one month after chemotherapy and 3 to 6 months after radiation therapy before proceeding with breast reconstruction surgery. What methods can be used for delayed breast reconstruction? The first method we need to mention is using implants, which can be saline or silicone gel implants. As previously mentioned, in delayed breast reconstruction, there is typically insufficient skin on the chest. Therefore, if implants are used for reconstruction, a tissue expander will be needed as a transitional phase. As the name suggests, a tissue expander is used to stretch the skin or tissue. It requires an initial surgery to place the expander under the skin. Typically, the skin is expanded to be slightly larger than the other breast. After about three months, once the skin has stabilized, a second surgery is performed to remove the expander and replace it with a permanent implant. The second method involves using local autologous tissue or performing breast reconstruction surgery with a free flap. The most suitable methods for breast reconstruction after radiation therapy. If a patient has received radiation therapy, it is not recommended to use only tissue expanders and implants for reconstruction. This is because radiation therapy can cause fibrosis of the skin on the chest, which not only increases the risk of capsular contracture leading to a poor aesthetic outcome but also makes the skin more susceptible to poor wound healing and exposure of the implant. If autologous tissue is insufficient and the patient must choose implant reconstruction, it is recommended that the patient select a latissimus dorsi flap combined with an implant for reconstruction to achieve a result that is both aesthetically pleasing and safe. Transitional period before breast reconstruction: How to buy and choose a breast prosthesis bra? After undergoing a mastectomy, especially for patients who will have delayed breast reconstruction, there will be a period when they cannot wear regular bras. To consider physical balance and appearance when dressing, it is likely necessary to wear a specially designed prosthesis bra. Since a prosthesis is an "external object," even though current technology has improved its quality, it still tends to be heavy and may not fit snugly against the body, making it difficult to balance the weight on one side. Therefore, this is not a long-term solution, and it is advisable for patients to discuss the timing of breast reconstruction with their doctor to address the fundamental issue. The options for purchasing a prosthesis bra are not widespread, as they are produced by specialized manufacturers, some of which offer custom-fitting prosthesis pads and replacement services. Patients can seek professional information and recommendations on selection from their breast surgeon or plastic reconstructive surgeon and nurses. Considerations for Choosing Styles: Style Selection: Avoid styles that may rub against the surgical wounds (e.g., if lymph node clearance was performed under the arm, the opening in the bra under the arm should be slightly lower). Deep Pocket for Padding: The inner pocket for the prosthesis should be deep enough to prevent the padding from sliding out during movement. Wide Shoulder Straps and Supportive Band: This design can help reduce the burden on the shoulders. Higher Coverage at the Front: This helps prevent the prosthesis from slipping out and becoming exposed. Back Closure Design: Avoid frequent friction and pressure on the scar, which can cause pain and tissue hypertrophy. Good Fabric Elasticity: The material should be stretchy enough to conform to the body’s curves. 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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鄭明輝教授是經過國際專業認可的整形外科專科醫師，同時也是美國重建顯微外科學會2006年Godina獎得主，是第一位亞洲整形外科醫師得獎者。截至目前為止，鄭教授已經完成了2100多例顯微手術，包括頭頸部重建、乳房重建、顱內外動脈血管吻合手術、淋巴管靜脈吻合術和顯微淋巴結皮瓣移植手術。 Gallery Treatment of Mild to Moderate Lymphedema Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs Case 1 Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs This is a 57-year-old female with left upper limb lymphedema for 12- months after left mastectomy and radiation. At a 6- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 30% and 25% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs At a 12- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 71% and 100% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. 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. Case 2 Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs 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. At a 3- 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. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs At a 6- 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 12- 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. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs At a 24- 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. Case 3 Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs 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. At a 11- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 65% and 70% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs At a 18- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 55% and 40% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. At a 24- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 90% and 50% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs 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. Case 4 Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs 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. 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. Case 5 Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs This is a 49-year-old female with right upper limb lymphedema for 6- months after right mastectomy and axillary lymph nodes dissection and radiation. At a 6- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 80% and 50% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Upper Limbs At a 20- months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 85% and 60% above the elbow and below the elbow, respectively. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Lower Limbs Case 1 Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Lower Limbs This is a 50-year-old female with right lower limb lymphedema for 14 years after cervical cancer and radiation. At a 1 month of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 40% and 30% above the knee and below the knee, respectively. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Lower Limbs At a 7-months of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 30% and 25% above the knee and below the knee, respectively. Case 2 Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Lower Limbs This is a 36-year-old female with left lower limb congenital lymphedema for 12 years. At a 1 month of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 60% and 30% above the knee and below the knee, respectively. Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis (LVA) - Lower Limbs At a 12-month of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 60% and 40% above the knee and below the knee, respectively. Case 3 After cervical cancer This is a 62-year-old female with bilateral lower limb lymphedema for 24-months after cervical cancer and radiation. At a 1 month of follow-up, the circumferential reduction rates of the affected limb without the use of compression garments were 30% and 20% above the knee and below the knee, respectively. Case 4 After cervical cancer This is a 67-year-old female with grade I left lower limb lymphedema and grade IV right lower limb lymphedema for 14 years after cervical cancer and radiation. At the 16 days of follow-up, vascularized submental lymph node flap transfer to the right ankle had significantly improved the symptoms and extremity tightness. Left lower limb was received.

Lymphedema FAQ for patients outside of Taiwan. Feel free to contact us if you have any other questions Prepare vascularized submental lymph node flap transfer surgery Q1 How long is the stay, to comfortably prepare for surgery and complete postoperative care? One week. Q2 At which hospital or facility would the surgery actually be performed? A+ Surgery Clinic has the state of art 42X Mitaka microscope, 3 operation rooms, and professional anesthesiologists, full-time RNs, and 7 private rooms for admission. Q3 Will you and your office coordinate all aspects of care? Yes. All of our patients are well cared for. Q4 Who will be the point person before, during, and after the surgery? Miffy Lin, Ph.D., chiayumiffy@gmail.com Q5 Do you have any logistical leaflet you could share that is aimed at international patients like us? No. You may check our website: www.lymphedemamicrosurgery.com Surgical procedure, from planning to post-operative care Q1 Do you need MRI, lymphoscintigraphy, and ICG, OR are one or two of those sufficient? If so, which is/are preferable in terms of balancing accuracy of diagnosis /surgical course vs radiation or other risks? Lymphoscintigraphy and ICG are required to make an accurate diagnosis and staging for the treatment, either LVA or VLNT. MRI does not help for the treatment. Q2.1 Before travel to Taiwan, are other tests (beyond imaging) needed to determine the appropriate surgical procedure? Please check platelet count, since the heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis is the most common complications post VLNT, specially for those patients with heparin exposure such as the Port-A insertion for chemotherapy. Q2.2 Before travel to Taiwan, are there any medical records that we should be sending you? Surgical record, pathology reports, Lymphoscintigraphy and ICG. Q3 Upon arrival in Taiwan: what are the salient pre-operative steps? CBC/DC, Chest X-ray, EKG, Lymphoscintigraphy and ICG. Q4 Would you personally be performing the surgery, irrespective of the surgical path you deem best? I personally perform the surgery through the entire procedure. Q5 What other specialists, if any, would be part of my medical team? I personally perform the surgery through the entire procedure. Q6 How long does the surgical procedure itself last? LVA: 2 hours, VLNT 4-5 hours. Q7 How long is the hospital stay? LVA: 2 days, VLNT 5-7 days. Q8 How much pain should my reasonably expect and for how long? Not much pain immediate postoperatively, most patients do not need intravenous pain killer. Q9 What are the salient risks of undergoing the surgery itself? How likely are they? The heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis (HITT) is the most common complication post VLNT, about 15 %, especially for those patients with heparin exposure such as the Port-A insertion for chemotherapy. HITT will develop the local pedicle artery or vein thrombosis, which will affect the survival and function of the VLNT. Infection is rare. Q10 What are the post-operative risks or adverse effects of the procedure? How likely are they? See above answer. Q11 Can you briefly describe anew (our notes are a bit confusing) the salient difference between your approach and the "main US alternative" we discussed (Cleveland Clinic)? The side-to-end lymphovenous anastomosis is the better drainage for extremity lymphedema without wearing compression postoperatively. The lymphatic vessels require contraction to push the lymph from distal to proximal, from dependent site to axilla. If the lymphatic vessels are divided and lost its continuity during end-to-end anastomosis, all the segments of lymphatic vessels will lose their continuity and contraction function, which lost the drainage function eventually. Q12.1 What are the key benefits of your approach compared to the main US alternative? Is your approach substantially less invasive than the main US alternative? Yes, one side-to-end LVA at the distal forearm is less invasive, no trauma to other healthy lymphatic vessels. No compression garments are required postoperatively. Q12.2 What are the key benefits of your approach compared to the main US alternative? Is your approach substantially lower risk? Yes. Q12.3 What are the key benefits of your approach compared to the main US alternative? Is the reduction in lifetime risk of infection/cellulitis substantially greater? Yes. Once the lymph has been adequately drained into venous system through side-to-end LVA daily, estimated 500 cc per day, the infection and cellulitis has significantly decreased. Q12.4 What are the key benefits of your approach compared to the main US alternative? Is the reduction in other lymphedema-related risks/co-morbidities substantially greater? Yes, mainly the infection, swelling, and appearance. Q12.5 What are the key benefits of your approach compared to the main US alternative? Is reduction in arm circumference substantially greater? Yes. Q12.6 What are the key benefits of your approach compared to the main US alternative? Is the absence of need for post-surgical compression unique to your approach? Yes. Q13 Taking into account the unique benefits of your approach, are there any countervailing potential risks or disadvantages that we should consider, relative to the main US alternative? No countervailing potential risks in side-to-end LVA. The temporary cosmesis in the distal recipient site, the potential HITT in VLNT. Q14 You indicated a 98% success rate for the procedure, which is remarkable and very comforting. Are there clinical indicators that can determine if my is at high risk of being in the 2%? If the ICG demonstrating the lymphatic vessels are available at the forearm. Q15 About post-operative care, what does the post-operative care in Taiwan involve? You may visit the testimonials of our patients via Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IINbv0xZdWQ , and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwCw_SQnAPI . Q16 About post-operative care, once we are back home, is there someone you trust in NYC to collaborate with, so as to ensure any follow up care is performed to your standards of excellence? Dr. Joseph Dayan at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Q17 About post-operative care, how likely is it that we would need to travel to Taiwan anew for follow up care or procedures? One year post-operatively. Q18 Is there a risk that the two long flights from /to NYC might defeat the benefits of the surgery itself? No. I have quite a few international patients from US, Canada, Rusia, Sweden, Dubai, Saudi Arabic, India, and Iraq. Q19 I am on Anastrozole, Verzenio, Minoxidil. Are any of those of concern as it relates to surgery? No. Q20 Considering the most promising current /known avenues of research for an actual cure over the next 5 to 10 years, is the surgery likely to foreclose applicability of such potential cures? In my opinion, the side-to-end LVA can cure the early grade lymphedema, and VLNT can cure the late grade lymphedema without wearing compression garments. I think there may be some innovation for the treatment of lymphedema in the next 5-10 years. Managing symptoms & caring for my lymphatic system today Q1 How long is the stay, to comfortably prepare for surgery and complete postoperative care? We followed your advice not to bandage. Can you briefly provide anew the key rationale for your recommendation? (Please forgive our anxiety; bandaging seems to be the standard of care in the US.) Bandage and compression garments are not helping the drainage of lymph in the extremity daily. 10% of arterial blood become the lymph(estimated 500 cc /day in the upper limb) in the interstitial, then the lymph accumulates through the lymphatic vessels to axillary lymph nodes, which continuously drains to thoracic ducts, and to venous system. Bandage and compression garments will affect the contraction of the lymphatic vessels. Although the lymphedematous limb seems not swelling, but the lymphatic vessels will be fibrotic changed quickly. Q2 Are there demonstrably helpful non-surgical treatments or routines that I can start now to manage symptoms or protect her lymphatic system (e.g.: exercises, lymphatic massage by certified therapist, acupuncture, diet, arm elevation)? Exercises including yugo, biking, swimming and golfing within 3 hours each time are helpful for circulations. Lymphatic massage is helpful too. Please remember the lymph production is 10% of the arterial flow. Diet control is good. Arm elevation with one pillow during sleep is good. Financial aspects Q1 What is the all-in cost of the procedure? Please ask Miffy for the details of the cost of possible procedures. Q2 Is this cost fixed /guaranteed? Please ask Miffy for the details of the cost of possible procedures. Q3 Are you amenable to working with our insurance (BUPA in the United Kingdom) to ensure they provide us with pre-authorization, so that we can be reimbursed. We regret to inform you that we are unable to accept BUPA insurance policies at this time. However, we would be happy to discuss alternative payment options Get in Touch FAQS About Lymphatic System & Lymphedema

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