Why does interstitial fluid accumulate in lymphedema following lymph node removal?

💡 Explanation

Lymphedema results from impaired lymphatic drainage because the lymph nodes, crucial for filtering interstitial fluid and returning it to circulation, are removed. Therefore, fluid accumulates in the interstitial space rather than being effectively filtered, unlike cases where hydrostatic pressure or vascular permeability are primary factors.

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