Visualization of the thoracic duct by lymphoscintigraphy

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 visual...

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Published inEuropean journal of nuclear medicine Vol. 13; no. 5; p. 264
Main Authors Baulieu, F, Baulieu, J L, Mesny, J, Ducouret, N, Benhamou, A C, Barsotti, J, Itti, R
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Germany 01.08.1987
Subjects
Chylothorax - diagnostic imaging
Chylous Ascites - diagnostic imaging
Humans
Hypertension, Portal - diagnostic imaging
Lymphedema - diagnostic imaging
Postoperative Complications - diagnostic imaging
Radionuclide Imaging
Technetium Tc 99m Sulfur Colloid
Thoracic Duct - diagnostic imaging
Thoracic Duct - injuries
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Summary: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.
ISSN:0340-6997
DOI:10.1007/bf00252605