Ultrasound study for lymphedema vs. lipedema
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Skin clinical trials.
This study uses special ultrasound techniques to help doctors tell the difference between lymphedema (fluid swelling) and lipedema (fat swelling) in the legs. If you have one of these conditions or have healthy legs, you may be able to join.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with lymphedema or lipedema in your legs, or you have no leg swelling.
- You do not have a skin infection like cellulitis in your legs.
- You have not had a blood clot or severe vein problems in your legs.
- You do not have heart failure, kidney disease, or liver disease that causes swelling.
- You have not had leg surgery, such as liposuction or lymph node surgery.
- You do not have active cancer or are not getting cancer treatment.
- You are not 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.
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