Lymphatic Disorders and Management in Patients With Congenital Heart Disease.

Tomasulo, Catherine E; Chen, Jonathan M; Smith, Christopher L; Maeda, Katsuhide; Rome, Jonathan J; Dori, Yoav · Ann Thorac Surg · 2022

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Abstract

Congenital heart disease can lead to notable lymphatic complications such as chylothorax, plastic bronchitis, protein-losing enteropathy, and ascites. Recent improvements in lymphatic imaging and the development of new lymphatic procedures can help alleviate symptoms and improve outcomes.

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