LymphScanner

Rapid scanning of localized and regional lymphedema

LymphScanner – Lymphedema detection and assessment (PWC)

The LymphScanner is a non-invasive hand-held device intended to measure localized percentage water content (PWC) in lymphedema of human skin after surgery for breast cancer or gynecological cancers. The device integrating the main unit and the easily cleaned measurement probe can be used to aid in forming a clinical judgement of skin edema at any soft tissue site of the body by a health care professional. The measurement results are displayed in seconds after applying the measurement probe on the skin surface.

Measuring the percentage water content (PWC) of the tissue is useful in early detection of lymphedema and in follow-up of lymphedema treatments. PWC values vary by measurement site and thus a measurement method capable of rapid skin scanning helps lymphologists and therapists to get spatial information on the regional extent of lymphedema.

BENEFITS

Only scientifically tested device for measuring localized lymphedema

Highly sensitive measurement for early lymphedema occurring in skin due to dermal backflow

Rapid spot and skin scanning measurements virtually at all skin sites

Tracking of lymphedema sites for treatment interventions

Percentage water content (PWC) display illustrates changes in local interstitial fluid

Non-gel measurement without disposables

Force-monitored noninvasive probe touching the skin

Extremely practical one-button operation

Fully portable with rechargeable battery

Wireless PC connection for data transfer and storage in spot measurements

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Lymphedema detection

Detection of localized increase of tissue water content is necessary for early lymphedema assessment since lymphedema occurs locally in skin due to dermal back flow. Although the PWC values vary by measurement site, age, BMI and gender, the inter-arm measurement site method eliminates variations between individuals. Rapid skin scanning helps lymphologists and therapists to get spatial information on the localized and regional extent of lymphedema for planning of treatment interventions.

 

You can find independent studies related to LymphScanner in our Publications section.

 

 

Concept of lymphedema detection

The principle of operation of the hand-held fully portable LymphScanner is based on the processing of data derived from the interaction of device generated microwaves and biological material. The measured value is the tissue dielectric constant (TDC), that is converted into percentage water content (PWC), a more practical unit for clinical use. In the scanning mode, the probe, in contact with the skin, is moved from site to site.

The LymphScanner displays the PWC of an initial reference site and calculates the ratio of any subsequent reading with respect to the PWC of the selected reference site. Easy and quick scanning of potential sites of lymphedema helps to detect regional distribution of lymphedema, previously undetectable in breast, head and neck region, thorax and genital region.

Technical details

Blogs related to LymphScanner

Detecting Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema (BCRL) with LymphScanner

Application Note
LymphScanner

TDC technology in Swedish national cancer rehabilitation guidelines

Application Note
LymphScanner

Detecting Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema (BCRL) with LymphScanner

TDC technology in Swedish national cancer rehabilitation guidelines

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