ISSN:
1619-7089
Keywords:
Thoracic duct
;
Lymphoscintigraphy
;
Chylous effusion
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Imaging of the thoracic duct is usually performed by radiological lymphography. However, this procedure, which uses an oil based dye injected directly into the lymph channels, has some adverse effects. In this paper we note that lymphoscintigraphy, a physiological and non invasive method, may visualize thoracic duct abnormalities, and might be particularly useful when radiological lymphography is contraindicated.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00252605