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Lymphangiography has proven to be a simple and reliable method for the visualization of the thoracic duct. The performance of large numbers of lymphograms has allowed the identification of sufficient numbers of thoracic ducts to permit the recognition of its normal status and its abnormal conditions. Abnormalities of the thoracic duct can be grouped into four categories: 1. the anatomical or developmental variations, 2. traumatic lesions, 3. tumors, and 4. pathophysiologic changes. The significance of the lymphangiographic patterns in each category has been discussed and examples of these abnormalities have been presented. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Bilateral Selective Hypogastric Arteriography supplemented with Pedal Lymphography is an additional, reliable, and accurate method for staging of bladder cancer. It exceeds the reliability of present routine clinical staging, and in some instances, in our experience, exceeds the accuracy of pathological staging even on cystectomy specimens. Ultrasonography of bladder lesions does not approach the accuracy of arteriography but is a useful adjunct in that it is a non-invasive technique and can be of value in patients in which arteriography is contraindicated, unsuccessful, or of poor technical quality. It may also be of value in the follow-up of patients after surgery or radiation therapy. Ultrasonography cannot separate the components of a thickened bladder wall due to either tumor invading the wall, in contact with the wall, or in association with interstitial cystitis. It can detect enlargement of lymph nodes but it must be remembered that ultrasonograpby will not demonstrate metastatic implants within normal sized nodes or even in enlarged nodes. (Winterberger, 1974). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Presents a study which examined whether staging laparotomy is routinely indicated in Hodgkin's disease. Method of the study; Results and discussion; Conclusion.

Diagnostic laparotomies and splenectomies were performed on 12 patients to determine more accurately the extent of Hodgkin's disease in the abdomen. Preoperatively, the patients were carefully staged as recommended by the Rye Conference in 1966. At laparotomy four out of nine positive lymphograms were uncorroborated by surgical findings and biopsies, as was one positive inferior vena cavogram. Splenic disease was found in four out of six patients whose preoperative evaluations were negative in this regard. Hodgkin's infiltration of porta hepatic, splenic hilar, and mesenteric lymph nodes was found in three, two, and one patient, respectively. In one patient a retroperitoneal mass was discovered that extended 4 cm laterally to nodes visualized by lymphography and outside usual fields for radiotherapy. None of the hepatic wedge biopsies were positive. Three patients had their stages changed on the basis of laparotomy findings, and an additional seven patients had changes in their known extent of lymphomatous involvement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Presents a study which examined a technique that uses residual ethiodol after lymphography in diagnosis of lymphoma. Value of the technique; Complications secondary to the technique.

Focuses on lymphangiography. Normal and inflammatory lymph nodes; Case reports showing the clinical application of lymphangiography; Advantages of the procedure.

The history, technique, applications and complications of lymphangiography are described. The value of lymphangiography in dermatology has been assessed and confirmed in a series of patients suffering from malignant reticuloses malignant tumours and benign disorders such as eczema and the yellow nail syndrome. Nine illustrative case reports are briefly described and the usefulness of lymphangiography in dermatology is discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A case of collateral lymphatic circulation, after obstruction to the main axial flow, is presented. Left subclavian nodes were opacified after Lipiodol- ‘F’ injection in a lymph vessel at the dorsum of both feet. The possible mechanism underlying this finding is discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Discusses the value of performing lymphography of the extremities. Discovery of the variable action of various contrast media after injection into the cellular tissue; Use of the procedure in the experimental study of lymphatic circulation; Importance of lymphography in defining the cause of lymphatic pathway obstruction.

Presents a study which examined genetic lymphedema as studied by venography, lymphangiography and radio-isotopic tracers. Definition of the dermal diffusion; Number of cases of genetic lymphedema that were seen at the Dermatology Clinic; Conclusions of the study.

Studies the clinical significance of lymphaticovenous communications. Technical difficulties associated with the detection of the function of communications in living human subjects; Radiological criteria for the identification of lymphovenous shunts.