Lipedema: A Frequently Misdiagnosed and Misunderstood Fatty Deposition Syndrome

被引：105
作者：
Fife, Caroline E. [1 ]
Maus, Erik A. [1 ]
Carter, Marissa J. [2 ]
机构：
[1] Univ Texas Hlth Sci Ctr, Dept Med, Div Cardiol, Houston, TX USA
[2] Strateg Solut Inc, Cody, WY USA
来源：
ADVANCES IN SKIN & WOUND CARE | 2010年 / 23卷 / 02期
关键词：
ENDOTHELIAL GROWTH-FACTOR; ADIPOSE-TISSUE; DECONGESTIVE PHYSIOTHERAPY; VARICOSE-VEINS; OBESITY; LIPOSUCTION; LYMPHEDEMA; THERAPY; TUMESCENT; LIPOEDEMA;
D O I：
10.1097/01.ASW.0000363503.92360.91
中图分类号：
R75 [皮肤病学与性病学];
学科分类号：
100206 ;
摘要：
PURPOSE: To enhance the learner's competence in caring for patients with lipedema through understanding the differential diagnoses, pathophysiology, and treatment/management options. TARGET AUDIENCE: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care. OBJECTIVES: After participating in this educational activity, the participant should be better able to: 1. Differentiate lipedema from other similar diagnoses. 2. Tell patients with lipedema and their caregivers about treatment of this condition. 3. Construct assessments, treatment plans, and management options for patients with lipedema.
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页数：12
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