Lymphatic endothelial cells, lymphedematous lymphangiogenesis, and molecular control of edema formation.

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Lymphedema, defined as the abnormal accumulation of protein-rich fluid in soft tissues, results from the dysfunction of lymphatic system, an imbalance between lymph formation and its absorption into the initial lymphatics. Primary lymphedema occurs rarely on idiopathic or developmental abnormalities, especially hypoplasia or aplasia of lymphatics. Secondary lymphedema commonly develops when lymph transport is...

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