TURKISH JOURNAL OF GERIATRICS-TURK GERIATRI DERGISI, vol.21, no.2, pp.134-142, 2018 (SCI-Expanded)
Introduction: Lymphedema is a common complication following breast cancer treatment with physical and pyschosocial consequences. The detrimental effects of lymphedema may become more disabiling in conjuction with the aging process. The aim of the study was to evaluate upper extremity function in elderly with breast cancer-related lymphedema and investigate the associations between upper limb function and demographic/clinical characteristics.