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01-06-2020 | Neck Dissection | Case Report

Thoracic Duct Embolization in Post-neck Dissection Chylous Leakage: A Case Series of Six Patients and Review of the Literature

Authors: Amgad M. Moussa, Majid Maybody, Adrian J. Gonzalez-Aguirre, Jessica L. Buicko, Ashok R. Shaha, Ernesto Santos

Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology | Issue 6/2020

Abstract

Chylous leak is a serious complication of neck dissection. Patients are often managed conservatively, and failure of conservative management necessitates surgical management, which adds to their morbidity. We present a case series demonstrating the value of thoracic duct embolization (TDE) in management of patients with chylous leaks following neck dissection who have failed conservative management and to review the literature on this specific application of TDE. Between 2011 and 2019, six patients underwent a total of seven TDE procedures. Lymphatic leak was identified, and clinical success was achieved in all patients, with one patient requiring repeat TDE. No minor or major complications were reported. In conclusion, TDE is a safe and effective tool in management of chylous leaks following neck dissection.

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Title: Thoracic Duct Embolization in Post-neck Dissection Chylous Leakage: A Case Series of Six Patients and Review of the Literature
Authors: Amgad M. Moussa
Majid Maybody
Adrian J. Gonzalez-Aguirre
Jessica L. Buicko
Ashok R. Shaha
Ernesto Santos
Publication date: 01-06-2020
Publisher: Springer US
Keywords: Neck Dissection
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology / Issue 6/2020
Print ISSN: 0174-1551
Electronic ISSN: 1432-086X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00270-020-02475-9

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Thoracic Duct Embolization in Post-neck Dissection Chylous Leakage: A Case Series of Six Patients and Review of the Literature

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