NCT03248310Recruiting
A Study Comparing Quality of Life in Patients With Lymphedema Who Undergo Surgical Treatment Versus Non-Surgical Management
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Start Date
8/9/2017
Completion Date
8/1/2026
Summary
This study is being done to see the long-term results for patients who choose to have surgery for lymphedema (with the vascularized lymph node transfer), compared to patients who choose not to have surgery.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to 80 years
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients aged 18-80 years
* Primary and secondary lymphedema of the upper or lower extremity
* International Society of Lymphology (ISL) Stage 1, 2, or 3 lymphedema
* Proficiency in English language
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with clotting disorders, venous insufficiency, end-stage lymphedema unless they are on the non-surgical arm.
* Additionally, if the patient refuses to complete questionnaires, the patient will be excluded from the study and replaced at the discretion of the principal or co-principal investigator.
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL
Quality of Life Assessments
Conditions
Lymphedema
Locations
Memorial Sloan Kettering Westchester (Limited Protocol Activities)
Harrison, New York 10604
United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York 10065
United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau (Limited Protocol Activites)
Rockville Centre, New York 11553
United States