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Summary
Massive leg edema resolved after relieving bladder pressure. This suggests venous obstruction due to bladder overdistention may cause leg swelling, as confirmed by impedance plethysmography.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Vascular Medicine
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Massive leg edema can be a distressing symptom with various potential causes.
- Bladder overdistention is not a commonly recognized cause of peripheral edema.