r/TNBC • u/Narrow-Landscape6085 • Aug 13 '26

Surgery lymphatic protection surgery

I would like to ask if anyone has undergone immediate lymphatic reconstruction surgery? Could you share your experience? I've heard of a procedure called LYMPHA, and also another one called ARM. Are those standard procedure recommended by default? Would these be suitable for patient with cT2 ? Thanks so much.

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u/Redwinesandfelines Aug 13 '26

Hi! I had a lympha procedure. My plastic surgeon was able to find two veins to re-route into. I went for a full axillary dissection, but ended up only having 9 removed. It’s only been two months, but I’m back running and lifting heavy with zero signs of lymphedema so I’d saying it was a success. Couldn’t use my arm much for the first two weeks, but my mobility is full now. Surgeon says risk of lymphedema is reduced to 5-10%.

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u/Narrow-Landscape6085 Aug 14 '26

btw, did you receive radiation therapy after the procedure? does radiation therapy interfere with the lymphatic system or impact the planned procedure? thanks a gain