title: Chylous ascites after retroperitoneal lymph node dissection.
abstract: Two cases of chylous ascites secondary to lymph node dissection for testicular tumors are presented. The diagnosis is confirmed by analysis of the fluid obtained by paracentesis, revealing fat globules, a positive staining with Sudan III, a smear showing mainly lymphocytes, and a high fat content. Treatment consisted of a medium chain triglycerides (MCT) diet, furosemide, and salt restriction.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002915:Chylous Ascites / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D004407:Dysgerminoma / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008197:Lymph Node Excision / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008207:Lymphatic Metastasis; D008297:Male; D012187:Retroperitoneal Space; D013724:Teratoma / Q000601:surgery; D013736:Testicular Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery