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INDIRECT CAUDAL LYMPHOGRAPHY USING A NEW WATER-SOLUBLE CONTRAST AGENT - ANIMAL EXPERIMENTAL STUDIES IN PIGS

Authors: DE Apitzsch ( ) , HU Kroll ( ) , HV Zuhlke ( )

Abstract

Animal experiments on caudal lymphography in pigs are presented, using a new water-soluble contrast medium which is renally excreted. Indirect cutaneous administration renders possible the radiological visualization of the entire lymphatic drainage system of the lower limb, the retro-peritoneal space and the thoracic duct. Visualization of the lymphatic system is rapid, homogeneous and can be repeated as often as desired. The quality of the lymphogram is as good as that obtained by the current methods in common use, employing iodized oils.

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How to Cite: Apitzsch, D. , Kroll, H. & Zuhlke, H. (1981) “INDIRECT CAUDAL LYMPHOGRAPHY USING A NEW WATER-SOLUBLE CONTRAST AGENT - ANIMAL EXPERIMENTAL STUDIES IN PIGS”, Lymphology. 14(3).