Compression treatment for leg swelling after blood-flow surgery
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a specific type of compression helps reduce swelling in the leg after a bypass surgery to improve blood flow. It may help people manage “edema” (fluid-related swelling) while healing after revascularization.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Be 18 years old or older
- Have had bypass surgery to improve blood flow to the thigh/knee area (femoropopliteal) and it has already been done
- Have signed informed consent (agreed to take part after being told about the study)
- Have social security coverage (or are a covered beneficiary)
- Not be pregnant or breastfeeding
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial tests a stronger compression method for people with long-lasting leg swelling (edema) that is not caused by another medical condition. The goal is to see if it works better than standard care.
This study tests whether strength-training exercises can help reduce swelling in the lower leg caused by lymphedema. You'll wear compression garments as usual and add supervised resistance exercises to see if they improve your symptoms and quality of life.
This study tests a new portable device that wraps around your leg to gently squeeze and reduce swelling from lymphedema or vein problems. It aims to see if at-home use can improve symptoms and lower healthcare costs compared to standard care.
This trial tests if a surgical procedure called lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) can reduce swelling in the leg caused by lymphedema. It's for people with mild to moderate lymphedema who have been cancer-free for at least one year.
This study tests a medical device (Dayspring Technology) to reduce swelling in the arm caused by breast cancer treatment and lymph surgery. You may be eligible if you have one-sided arm swelling after lymphatic surgery and meet safety checks for the device.
This trial tests whether a special compression device called the Dynamic Decongestive System can reduce swelling in one leg caused by lymphedema (fluid buildup). The study enrolls people with moderate-to-severe leg swelling who need intensive treatment in a hospital.
Hear when a new Lymphedema trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.