On April 25, the Tam Anh Research Institute (TAMRI), in collaboration with the Oncology Center of Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, will host a scientific symposium: Applications of reconstructive microsurgery in the treatment of lymphedema after breast cancer treatment”. The event features leading experts from prestigious domestic and international medical institutions.
Post–breast cancer lymphedema typically manifests in the arm due to the accumulation of lymphatic fluid. This condition occurs in approximately 10-15% of patients who undergo axillary lymph node dissection, with risks significantly increasing for those receiving axillary radiation therapy. Patients may experience pain , a sensation of heaviness, limited upper limb mobility, and difficulty performing daily activities.
While arm lymphedema is often incurable, early detection and intervention can alleviate symptoms and limit disease progression. Currently, reconstructive microsurgery is being adopted as a comprehensive approach, focusing on functional recovery and symptom improvement rather than symptom control alone.
At the symposium, leading experts will discuss the latest trends and advancements in lymphedema surgery, including: Combined breast reconstruction and lymphedema surgery; perioperative rehabilitation in lymphatic and breast surgery; the application of Indocyanine Green (ICG) and ultrasound in the diagnosis and surgical planning of lymphedema.
A highlight of the symposium includes direct clinical examinations by experts, the sharing of practical clinical cases, and evidence-based results of modern techniques aimed at enhancing the quality of life for breast cancer survivors.
Distinguished Speakers and Chairpersons:
Chairperson:
– Pham Xuan Dung, MD, PhD, Director of the Oncology Center, Tam Anh General Hospital, HCMC.
Chairperson/Speaker:
– Prof. Dung Nguyen, MD, Director of the Breast Reconstruction and Microsurgery Center; Chief of Aesthetic Microsurgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Stanford University (USA).
– Prof. Joon Pio Hong, MD, PhD, President of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery (WSRM) and Asan Medical Center (South Korea).
– Assoc. Prof. Vu Quang Vinh, MD, PhD, Deputy Director of Le Huu Trac National Burn Hospital; Vice President of the Vietnam Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery.
Speaker:
– Tran Nguyen Nhat Khanh, MD, MSc, Department of Surgical Oncology, Oncology Center, Tam Anh General Hospital, HCMC.
– Doan Vi Dieu, MD, Department of Rehabilitation, Trauma and Orthopedics Center, Tam Anh General Hospital, HCMC.
Program details:
– Time: Saturday, April 25, 2026
– Venue: Hall, Tam Anh Research Institute – 2B Pho Quang St., Ward 2, Tan Binh Dist., HCMC.
– Format: In-person and online via Zoom.
We cordially invite colleagues to follow and register for the event [HERE].
For further inquiries, please contact:
Training Department, Tam Anh Research Institute (TAMRI)
Address: 2B Pho Quang, Tan Son Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: (028) 7102 6789 – Ext: 1662; Hotline: 0968.166.645
Email: seminar@tamri.vn
