Gross‐dependent lower limb lymphoedema. Issue 2 (19th January 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hennessy, Mairead Marion; O'Brien, Gavin Connor
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 5:Issue 2(2017)
• Page Start: 150
• Page End: 153
• Publication Date: 2017-01-19
• Subjects: Bilateral -- chronic -- lower limb swelling -- lymphoedema -- treatment; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.795
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Key Clinical Message: Gross‐dependent lower limb lymphoedema is an unusual condition which can be painful particularly if ulceration occurs. Focused history and clinical examination in addition to appropriate radiological investigation aid in the diagnosis. It is difficult to treat and requires a multidisciplinary team including vascular surgeons, dermatologists and clinical nurse specialists. The primary treatment option is compression bandaging. Abstract : Gross‐dependent lower limb lymphoedema is an unusual condition which can be painful particularly if ulceration occurs. Focused history and clinical examination in addition to appropriate radiological investigation aid in the diagnosis. It is difficult to treat and requires a multidisciplinary team including vascular surgeons, dermatologists and clinical nurse specialists. The primary treatment option is compression bandaging.