This site is intended for healthcare professionals

Go to /sign-in page

You can view 5 more pages without signing in

Oedema (localized)

Authoring team

Unilateral lower limb oedema may seen as a complication of a deep vein thrombosis. Localized blockage of other vessels may cause oedema e.g. if the superior vena cava is obstructed then this may cause superior vena cava obstruction.

Lymphoedema, which is caused by localized lymphatic obstruction, may cause a swollen limb.

Other possible causes include:

  • localized inflammation
  • paralysis of a limb may result in localized oedema

Create an account to add page annotations

Annotations allow you to add information to this page that would be handy to have on hand during a consultation. E.g. a website or number. This information will always show when you visit this page.

The content herein is provided for informational purposes and does not replace the need to apply professional clinical judgement when diagnosing or treating any medical condition. A licensed medical practitioner should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.

Connect

Copyright 2024 Oxbridge Solutions Limited, a subsidiary of OmniaMed Communications Limited. All rights reserved. Any distribution or duplication of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited. Oxbridge Solutions receives funding from advertising but maintains editorial independence.