Use of lymphangiography in neonates prior to thoracic duct ligation
Congenital abnormalities or post-operative damage of the lymphatic system are rare causes of neonatal chylothorax or chylous ascites. Lymphangiography is a valuable tool for the diagnosis and treatment of lymphatic leaks and the assessment of congenital lymphatic abnormalities. We present two cases...
Main Authors: | Jonathan J. Neville, Carmen S. Chacon, Simon Jordan, Ben Roberton, Thomas Semple, Simon Padley, Simon A. Clarke |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2021-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S221357662030333X |
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