Lymphedema
Lymphedema
Definition
Excess fluid collection in tissues, causing swelling. It is the result of obstruction of lymphatic vessels or lymph nodes.
Also known as lymphatic edema (morphologic abnormality), lymphatic oedema, lymphatic oedema (morphologic abnormality) — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 4977 per MONDO
- ICD9 457.1 per MONDO
- MESH D008209 per MONDO
- NCIT C3207 per MONDO
- Orphanet 79383 per MONDO
- SCTID 234097001 per MONDO
- UMLS C0024236 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Cardiovascular system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Lymphatic vessels | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |