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Pediatric pulmonary lymphatic flow Disorders: Diagnosis and management.

Authors :
Biko DM
Dori Y
Savoca M
Krishnamurthy G
Smith CL
Laje P
Rome JJ
Escobar F
Source :
Paediatric respiratory reviews [Paediatr Respir Rev] 2020 Nov; Vol. 36, pp. 2-7. Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 Nov 29.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Pulmonary lymphatic flow disorders involve the abnormal lymphatic flow via lymphatic channels to the lungs and pleural space. Plastic bronchitis and chylothorax are the main complications of this abnormal lymphatic perfusion, which has been termed pulmonary lymphatic perfusion syndrome (PLPS). Following lymphatic access, dynamic contrast MR lymphangiography is the imaging modality of choice to diagnose these disorders. Management includes medical therapy, percutaneous interventions under fluoroscopy, and surgical interventions.<br /> (Copyright © 2019 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1526-0550
Volume :
36
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Paediatric respiratory reviews
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
31884062
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prrv.2019.11.002