This fact sheet has been produced as a resource for healthcare professionals and aims to help determine the best possible approach to oedema in advanced ill health. The information has been written with particular thought for people with advanced cancer in whom oedema is a common problem. However, the principles can also be applied to people with other advanced illness. It should be shared with the medical team caring for the patient as they may wish to discuss other treatment approaches specific to the particular illness.
This fact sheet can now be viewed online and printed if required. It is no longer available to order as a printed fact sheet from the LSN office.
