Synonym(s)
Light Reflection Rheography; LRR; PPG (Photoplethysmographie)
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Non-invasive, optoelectronic method for determining the filling state of the dermal vascular plexus.
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Diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency, of fresh and old phlebothromboses as well as preoperative prognosis and therapy control
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Here, its refill time is measured according to a standardized exercise program that leads to a decrease in the filling status of the vascular plexus. Shortenings are assessed as pathological. The cause is a disturbed vein function.
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer