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EF02.2 category

Lipoedema

Definition

Lipoedema is characterised by non-pitting diffuse "fatty" swelling, usually confined to the legs, thighs, hips and upper arms. It may be confused with lymphoedema. Lipoedema may also occur in the scalp.

Also indexed as

LipoedemaLipoedema of the lower limbsLipoedema of the scalpLipoedematous alopeciaLipoedematous scalp

Nearby in Certain noninflammatory disorders of subcutaneous fat