Lymphedema tarda.
Lymphedema tarda is a rare form of primary lymphedema. Its cause is unknown; an autoimmune destruction of lymphatic channels can be hypothesized. A case of lymphedema tarda in which direct immunofluorescent studies of involved tissue showed no immune deposits is presented. The differential diagnosis of this condition is also discussed.
D001327:Autoimmune Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005455:Fluorescent Antibody Technique; D006801:Humans; D008209:Lymphedema / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012867:Skin / Q000276:immunology