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BILATERAL GROIN ADENOLYMPHOCELES: AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF CHYLOUS REFLUX

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  • AE Guzman
  • A Silva

Abstract

We report an unusual presentation of a young man with bilateral groin lymph nodal adenolymphoceles and right leg lymphedema as a manifestation of intestinal lymphangiectasia. Chylous reflux was supported by conventional and isotopic lymphography as well as by a total lipid test showing delayed triglyceride absorption 24 hours after ingestion of 60 gm of butter.After excision of groin masses in conjunction with dietary control (short-medium chain triglycerides), manual massage, pneumatic compression, and long-term wearing of a low stretch elastic garments he remains well.

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Guzman, A. & Silva, A., (1999) “BILATERAL GROIN ADENOLYMPHOCELES: AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF CHYLOUS REFLUX”, Lymphology 32(2), 58-63.

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Published on
26 Aug 1999
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