[Peripheral lymphangiopathies - 15-year follow-up]

353 patients suffering with peripheral lymphangiopathies were observed. In 276 patients with histological examinations, 201 portrayed obliterative LAP. 85% were females, which indicate a ratio of nearly 1:4. The etiologic factors are unknown. A therapeutic trial with a combination of saluretics and small doses of corticoids, is discussed.