Effect of Pneumatic Tourniquet on Arm Swelling After Lymph Node Removal
Trial ID or NCT#
NCT03584100
Status
NOT RECRUITING
Purpose
The purpose of the proposed study is to evaluate the acute impact of swelling caused by low-pressure tourniquet use in the setting of ipsilateral prior axillary lymph node dissection and the change in swelling reduction following tourniquet use in three limb postures versus healthy volunteers.
Official Title
The Effect of Pneumatic Tourniquet Use on Upper Extremity Edema Following Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Eligibility Criteria
Ages Eligible for Study: Older than 19 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study: All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes
Inclusion Criteria:
- - Have previously undergone axillary lymph node dissection - Or healthy volunteers
Exclusion Criteria:
- - Have new-onset lymphedema of the involved limb. - Infection including cellulitis - Trauma or planned axillary surgery within 6 months of participation - Any prior axillary radiation
Investigator(s)
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Contact
Veronica Liew
650-725-6134
View on ClinicalTrials.gov
