The Metropolitan Hospital and the Center for the Prevention of Diagnosis and Treatment of Lymphedema-Lymphatic Diseases of Adults and Children in the context of World Lymphedema Day on March 6, 2023, offers a free clinical examination for the condition.

It also offers advice to avoid the appearance of lymphedema and important instructions for its complete and effective treatment by the specialist Lymphologist and director of the Center, President of the World Lymphology Society Mr. Evangelou Dimakakou and his team on March 6 and 7 from 09:30-14:30.

The visits of interested parties and the examination will take place in the special offices of the Center for the Prevention of Diagnosis and Treatment of Lymphedema-Lymphatic Diseases of Adults and Children at the Metropolitan Hospital at 6 Eleftheriou Venizelou Street on the 1st floor.

For an appointment call 211 4807343 or Metropolitan Hospital headquarters 210 4809000 daily from 08:00-16:00. First come first served.

What is Lymphedema?

Lymphedema is any swelling in any area of ​​our body due to a malfunction of the lymphatic system. It can appear either from birth or during a person’s life or after surgery or mainly due to cancer and other factors. It is a serious disease, which causes a significant psychological burden, problems in the functionality of the limb and a reduction in the patient’s quality of life.
The advisory role and guidance of the specialized Lymphologist-physician is an important factor in the prevention, treatment and relief of the symptoms of lymphedema.
Patients who will be treated immediately from the onset of lymphedema, have immediate control of symptoms and full recovery, resulting in minimal to zero chances of unpleasant and painful complications.

To learn more about the Center for the Prevention of Diagnosis and Treatment of Lymphedema – Lymphatic Diseases in Adults and Children, click here