Chylothorax following 'high' translumbar aortography. A case report and review of the literature.
A 63-year old patient with Leriche's syndrome developed chylothorax after attempted 'high' lumbar aortography. Seventeen other cases of chylothorax with this etiology were found in the literature and studied. The causes, diagnosis and treatment of this complication are discussed.
D001012:Aorta, Abdominal / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D001027:Aortography / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002916:Chylothorax / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007925:Leriche Syndrome / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011677:Punctures / Q000009:adverse effects; D013897:Thoracic Duct / Q000293:injuries