Adherence to Compression Garments in Lymphedema Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study
<i>Background/Objectives</i>: This study evaluated adherence to compression garments, their role in edema stabilization, and factors influencing patient compliance. <i>Materials and Methods</i>: This observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study evaluated adherence to compression garments in 92 patients with lymphedema treated at the University Hospital of Gran Canaria Dr. Negrín. In addition, sociodemographic, clinical, and design-related factors influencing adherence were analyzed. The evaluation was conducted via telephone questionnaires and a review of medical records. <i>Results</i>: The study revealed low adherence to compression garments in patients with lymphedema. Adherence was related to the garments' etiology, severity, and perceived comfort. <i>Conclusions</i>: The findings highlight the need to improve education strategies and personalize treatment recommendations to enhance adherence.
Authors
- Manuel Albornoz‐Cabello
- Raúl Suárez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3853-7095)
- Paula Trujillo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9753-7071)
- María Elena Medina-Rodríguez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8230-4491)
- Carlos Rodríguez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6629-2147)
- Victoria Peña-Curbelo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-2626-6612)
Institutions
- Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya (ES)
- Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ES)
- Hospital Universitario de Gran Canaria Doctor Negrín (ES)
- Hospital Perpetuo Socorro (ES)
- Universidad de Sevilla (ES)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Medicina
- Published
- 2025-04-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina61040685
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Lymphatic System and Diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.18