Free lymph node transfer in the treatment of lymphoedema

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: lymphoedema; Surgery - Surgical techniques; Cardiovascular - Diseases of the vasculature and circulation including the lymphatic system

• Registration Number: ACTRN12613001116718
• Lead Sponsor: Waikato DHB

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2013-10-04
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: Female
• Target Recruitment: 15

Inclusion Criteria

stable lymphoedema in an upper limb, no further surgery required on that limb

Exclusion Criteria

smoking, BMI > 30, poorly controlled diabetes, comorbidities that could cause limb oedema eg. CHF, cirrhosis, low albumin

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Reduction in limb circumference - this is measured by circumferential measurements of the limb at the ulnar styloid and 2 cm proximal to the elbow.[6 months]

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Quantify the change in limb circumference following this procedure - this is measured by circumferential measurements of the limb at the ulnar styloid and 2 cm proximal to the elbow. And compared to measurements prior to the procedure to create a percentage reduction.[6 months];Complication rates associated with the procedure - developing lymphoedema in the donor limb; necrotic lymph node grafts; infection; poor cosmesis.<br>All of these would be assessed by clinical examination at each follow up appointment.[6 months]