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New treatment option for Lower Extremity Lymphedema
Official title Evaluate Advanced Pneumatic Compression Device With Revised Compression Programming for Lymphedema Treatment
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07613931
What this study is testing
What is Indocyanine Green (IC-Green)?
Indocyanine Green (IC-Green) is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for lower extremity lymphedema.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The goal of this pilot study is to learn if a revised method of compression improves lymphatic function compared to the current method of compression. The main questions: Does the revised method of compression improve lymph movement and lymphatic propulsion?
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- 18 years of age or older
- A diagnosis of active lower extremity lymphedema, as assessed by medical history
- Participant is a candidate for APCD treatment per the Flexitouch Plus indications for use
- Must be able to provide informed consent prior to study participation
- Willing and able to comply with the study protocol requirements and all study-related visit requirements
You likely can't join if
- Heart failure (acute pulmonary edema, decompensated acute heart failure)
- Acute venous disease (acute thrombophlebitis, acute deep venous thrombosis, acute pulmonary embolism)
- Severe peripheral artery disease (critical limb ischemia, including ischemic rest pain, arterial wounds or gangrene)
- Active skin or limb infection/inflammatory disease (acute cellulitis, other uncontrolled skin or untreated inflammatory skin disease) on the trunk or...
- Active cancer or metastasis in the lower extremity lymphatic watersheds
- Eczema, rash, scarring, or extensive tattoos at imaging sites
See the full eligibility criteria
- 18 years of age or older
- A diagnosis of active lower extremity lymphedema, as assessed by medical history
- Participant is a candidate for APCD treatment per the Flexitouch Plus indications for use
- Must be able to provide informed consent prior to study participation
- Willing and able to comply with the study protocol requirements and all study-related visit requirements
- Heart failure (acute pulmonary edema, decompensated acute heart failure)
- Acute venous disease (acute thrombophlebitis, acute deep venous thrombosis, acute pulmonary embolism)
- Severe peripheral artery disease (critical limb ischemia, including ischemic rest pain, arterial wounds or gangrene)
- Active skin or limb infection/inflammatory disease (acute cellulitis, other uncontrolled skin or untreated inflammatory skin disease) on the trunk or lower extremities
- Active cancer or metastasis in the lower extremity lymphatic watersheds
- Eczema, rash, scarring, or extensive tattoos at imaging sites
- Participant is pregnant or trying to become pregnant
- Participants with a history of allergy to iodides, who may be susceptible to iodine present in ICG formulation
- Patients exhibiting Grade 3 or higher on the CTCAE v6.0 superficial soft tissue fibrosis scale
- Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥40
- Participants unable to recline on their backs for up to 60 consecutive minutes and walk in place or tolerate assisted lower extremity movement for 5 minutes
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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