BILATERAL GROIN ADENOLYMPHOCELES: AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF CHYLOUS REFLUX

AE Guzman; A Silva

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BILATERAL GROIN ADENOLYMPHOCELES: AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF CHYLOUS REFLUX

Authors: 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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How to Cite: Guzman, A. & Silva, A. (1999) “BILATERAL GROIN ADENOLYMPHOCELES: AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF CHYLOUS REFLUX”, Lymphology. 32(2).