Lymphatic complications in renal allografts--a new look.
The pathophysiology of lymphatic complications was evaluated in 10 patients as to the possible source of lymphatic fluid. Both the recipient's peripheral lymphatics and the allograft's lymphatics were found to contribute to lymphatic complications. The prevention of lymphoceles and lymphatic fistulas may be accomplished by careful ligation of both the recipient's and the allograft's lymphatics.
D005402:Fistula / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D016030:Kidney Transplantation; D008206:Lymphatic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology*; D013997:Time Factors; D014184:Transplantation, Homologous