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Imaging recommendation · Vascular

Chronic limb swelling, suspected lymphedema

Recommended: Lymphoscintigraphy or MR Lymphangiography is the preferred imaging study for chronic limb swelling, suspected lymphedema. Differentiates primary vs secondary lymphedema.

Recommended study

Lymphoscintigraphy or MR Lymphangiography

NM IV contrast Preferred Vascular Outpatient Reviewed

Differentiates primary vs secondary lymphedema. ICG fluorescence used in surgical planning.

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