Differential Diagnosis: Lymphedema & Swollen Limb by Mohamed Emad ELDin

The main diagnostic tests used to diagnose lymphedema according to the text are clinical examination, midnight blood film to show microfilaria, venous sonography, lymphoscintigraphy, and MRI.

The two main types of secondary lymphedema mentioned in the text are post-inflammatory lymphedema and neoplastic lymphedema.

The lymphoscintigram test uses T 99 labelled colloidal particles with antimony sulphide to assess lymphatic function. Normally, after 90 minutes, 40% of the radioactive dye disappears from the site of injection.

<p>The main components of conservative treatment for lymphedema mentioned in the text are limb hygiene, elevation, massage, elastic stockings, diuretics, long-term antibiotics, and diethyl carbamazine (an anti-filarial medication).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text states that the advantages of using pneumatic compression pumps for lymphedema treatment are that they can be used at home by patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Stewart-Treves Syndrome is a type of malignant lymphedema characterized by hematoma-like discoloration, ulcers, and non-healing open wounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text states that complete decongestive therapy (CDT) is a component of conservative treatment for lymphedema.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text does not provide any specific details about the use of sequential pneumatic devices in lymphedema treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text states that a midnight blood film can be used to show the presence of microfilaria, which is a diagnostic test for lymphedema.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text states that elastic support garments are a component of the conservative treatment for lymphedema.</p> Signup and view all the answers