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CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology
Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology 3/2018

01-03-2018 | Review

Modern Techniques of Lymphangiography and Interventions: Current Status and Future Development

Authors: Maxim Itkin, Gregory J. Nadolski

Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology | Issue 3/2018

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Abstract

One of the crucial functions of the lymphatic system is maintenance of fluid balance. Nonetheless, due to lack of clinical imaging and interventional techniques, the lymphatic system has been under the radar of the medical community. The recently developed intranodal lymphangiography and dynamic contrast-enhanced MR lymphangiography provide new insight into lymphatic pathology. Thoracic duct embolization has become the method of choice for the treatment of patients with chylous leaks. Interstitial lymphatic embolization further expanded the lymphatic embolization approaches. Liver lymphatic lymphangiography and embolization allow treatment of postsurgical liver lymphorrhea and protein-losing enteropathy. The potential for further growth of lymphatic interventions is vast and includes liver lymphatic procedures and advanced thoracic duct interventions, such as thoracic duct externalization and stenting. These current and future advances will open up a realm of new treatments and diagnostic opportunities.
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Metadata
Title
Modern Techniques of Lymphangiography and Interventions: Current Status and Future Development
Authors
Maxim Itkin
Gregory J. Nadolski
Publication date
01-03-2018
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology / Issue 3/2018
Print ISSN: 0174-1551
Electronic ISSN: 1432-086X
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00270-017-1863-2

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