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Published on: May 14, 2020
Transafferent nodal embolization for lymphocele treatment: case report
Katia Pinheiro de Souza1, Guilherme Moratti Gilberto1, Guilherme Cayres Mariotti1
1Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Abstract:
Lymphoceles are collections of lymphatic fluid, mainly caused by major surgical approaches. Most lymphoceles are asymptomatic and limited, but some cases may require a medical management. Among the different techniques, transafferent nodal embolization has emerged as a minimally invasive option, with low morbidity and high resolubility, although it is not widespread in the Brazilian scenario. In this study, we report a case of lymphocele drained percutaneously, with maintenance of high output and requiring transafferent nodal embolization.

