C. Long-Term Survivorship and Patient-Centered Insights in Breast Cancer–Related Lymphedema (Expand for Details)

Presenters: Jane M. Armer, RN, PhD, CLT, FAAN, Elizabeth Anderson, RN, PhD, CLT, Olumayowa "Nike" Odemuyiwa, RN, PhD

This session, led by Dr. Jane M. Armer, will highlight innovative research in breast cancer-related lymphedema from her research team at the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing. Following an overview of ongoing work at her institution, colleagues Dr. Elizabeth Anderson and Dr. Olumayowa (“Nike”) Odemuyiwa will share new insights on survivorship, patient information-seeking, and adaptive clothing solutions for those living with lymphedema.

Presentations include:

20-Year Survivorship Managing Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: Phase I of the SHINE Study - Elizabeth Anderson

Google Online Searching for Information on Lymphedema, 2004-2024 - Olumayowa Odemuyiwa

Lymphedema Adaptive Clothing Exploration (LACE): A Scoping Review of Lymphedema Apparel Issues - Elizabeth Anderson

Breast Cancer and Lymphedema: Challenges of Self-Pay Costs, Physical Limitations and Pain for Survivor Quality of Life - Elizabeth Anderson

Together, these presentations provide a rich look at the lived experience of breast cancer survivors, the evolving ways people seek knowledge about lymphedema, and opportunities to improve quality of life through practical innovations.