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Mesenteric lymphography and ligation of the thoracic duct in a cat with chylothorax.

Fossum Tw, Birchard Sj, Arnold Pa

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Mesenteric lymphography was used to identify and ligate the thoracic duct in a 1-year-old Himalayan cat with chylothorax. Lymphography revealed the thoracic duct to be intact; however, multiple dilated lymphatics, indicative of lymphangiectasia were evident in the cranial portion of the thorax. Hemostatic clips were used to ligate the thoracic duct. The effusion stopped, and 9 months after surgery, effusion has not recurred.

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Key concepts: Thoracic duct, Chylothorax, Lymph duct, Medicine, Anatomy, Thorax (insect anatomy), Ligation, Effusion