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"Oedema" means swelling due to fluid accumulation. Lymphoedema sleeves are required post-mastectomy if the lymphatic nodes have been removed. Lymphoedema is a build-up of lymph in the fatty tissues under the skin. This leads to swelling in the arms. Secondary lymphoedema is seen in cancer patients where lymph nodes are removed along with the tumour. It is estimated that about 30% of women undergoing breast cancer treatment will develop lymphoedema. Lymphoedema may develop immediately after surgery (short-term lymphoedema) or even after many months (long-term). Comprezon Lymphoedema Stockings and Sleeves help to: Stop (the flow of lymphatic fluid from torn lymph vessels) Soften fibrosis (which is a hardening of the limb with resulting restriction of circulatory flow) Reduce lymphatic fluid accumulation (by forcing a flow through the limb) Lymphoedema sleeves apply pressure to the arm to keep lymphatic fluid flowing in the right direction up the arm. Sleeves are tighter at the wrist and looser up the arm. This creates a pressure gradient to help the flow of lymph upwards.