Centrifugal lipodystrophy
MONDO:0019552Centrifugal lipodystrophy is a rare, acquired, localized lipodistrophy characterized by single or, occasionally, multiple, centrifugally progressive, asymptomatic to sometimes mildly tender, hypopigmented, lipoatrophic skin depressions with weakly erymatheous inflammatory borders, typically associated with regional ipsilateral lymph nodes swelling. Lesions typically occur on lower trunk (in particular groin and abdomen region), followed by upper trunk (axilla and neighboring regions) and, rarely, neck and head. It is usually not associated with systemic disease and is typically self-resolving.
Also known as: lipodystrophia centrifugalis abdominalis infantilis
21 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Rare fat disorder gene hunt: just 2 patients could unlock answers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked for a new gene that causes hereditary lipodystrophy, a rare disease where people lose body fat and often develop diabetes and heart problems. Researchers studied DNA and cells from 2 patients who had the disease but no known genetic cause. The goal was to find t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Tummy tuck upgrade? liposuction combo found safe in small trial
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether it's safe to do liposuction at the same time as a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). 63 adults were split into groups that had different amounts of skin lifting with or without liposuction. The goal was to see if the combination caused more complications li…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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AI could cut skin specialist wait times, study hints
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested an artificial intelligence algorithm designed to help primary care doctors decide whether a patient with a skin condition really needs to see a dermatologist. Researchers enrolled 200 adults with skin problems and had their doctors take photos of the affected ar…
Sponsor: AI Labs Group S.L • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Study reveals HPV vaccine gaps in teens with chronic illness
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how many girls and young women aged 11 to 20 with chronic diseases (like diabetes or immune conditions) got the HPV vaccine, compared to those without chronic illness. Researchers reviewed records of 223 participants from a hospital in France. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC