HSE National Clinical Guideline
All-Ireland Lymphoedema Guidelines
Topic:
Lymphoedema management
Document Owner:
National clinical director, integrated care
National Group:
National primary care
Effective From: 01 September 2022
The purpose of this national clinical guideline is to provide an evidence-based, standardised approach for lymphoedema management in Ireland.
Developed as a clinical resource and guide for managers and commissioners to support modernisation of pathways of lymphoedema care, education and research. The objective is to ensure that all citizens will have access to local, evidence based lymphoedema resources. This guideline will facilitate safe and holistic patient care, to those who access healthcare across Ireland. It will also influence the HSE/HSC to develop services according to evidence-based best practice.