A Novel Handheld Spectroscopy Tool for Detection of Lymphedema
The abstract provides an overview of lymphedema, a chronic and progressive lymphatic disorder that affects millions of people globally. This condition is associated with high costs and comorbidity, with limited treatment options available. Phlebolymphedema, a common form of secondary lymphedema, is...
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Published in | Biomedical Materials & Devices Vol. 1; no. 2; pp. 925 - 931 |
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Main Authors | , , , , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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New York
Springer US
01.09.2023
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Summary: | The abstract provides an overview of lymphedema, a chronic and progressive lymphatic disorder that affects millions of people globally. This condition is associated with high costs and comorbidity, with limited treatment options available. Phlebolymphedema, a common form of secondary lymphedema, is linked to the combined effects of lymphatic and chronic venous insufficiencies. Early intervention is crucial to managing the condition; however, early detection remains challenging due to the lack of reliable diagnostic tools. This case study evaluates the clinical utility of a portable tissue analytical tool in a subject with bilateral lower extremity lymphedema undergoing a 60-day self-management program. The study includes details of the subject's profile, the intervention, and the measurements taken with the novel tool. |
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ISSN: | 2731-4812 2731-4820 |
DOI: | 10.1007/s44174-023-00070-3 |