LYMPHANGIOGRAPHY AND LYMPHATIC INTERVENTION

LYMPHANGIOGRAPHY AND LYMPHATIC INTERVENTION


1. What is lymphangiography and lymphatic intervention?

Lymphangiography is a medical imaging procedure that uses a contrast dye to visualize the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a network of vessels that carries lymph fluid throughout the body. Lymph fluid is a clear liquid that contains white blood cells and other immune cells. Lymphangiography can be used to diagnose a variety of lymphatic system disorders, including:

  • Lymphatic leaks
  • Lymphatic blockages
  • Lymphatic tumors
  • Lymphatic abnormalities

Lymphatic intervention is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat lymphatic system disorders. There are a variety of lymphatic intervention procedures, including:

  • Lymphatic embolization: This procedure is used to block lymphatic vessels that are leaking or causing other problems.
  • Lymphatic bypass: This procedure is used to create a new pathway for lymph fluid to flow around a blockage.
  • Lymphatic reconstruction: This procedure is used to repair damaged lymphatic vessels.

2. Cause

Lymphatic system disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Injury or trauma
  • Surgery
  • Infection
  • Cancer
  • Birth defects
  • Certain medical conditions, such as Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis

3. Treatment

The treatment for lymphangiography and lymphatic intervention depends on the underlying cause of the lymphatic system disorder. Lymphatic embolization is a common treatment for lymphatic leaks. Lymphatic bypass and lymphatic reconstruction are less common procedures that are typically used for more complex lymphatic system disorders.

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