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Residual lymphocele.

G A Gooding

    Urology
    |April 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Uncomplicated lymphoceles can compress the sigmoid colon. Ultrasound is the best imaging method for these postoperative fluid collections following pelvic lymph node dissection.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Radiology
    • Surgical Oncology

    Background:

    • Pelvic lymph node dissection is a common procedure in cancer treatment.
    • Postoperative complications can include the formation of lymphoceles.
    • Lymphoceles may cause extrinsic compression of adjacent organs.

    Observation:

    • Uncomplicated lymphoceles can lead to lateral extrinsic compression of the sigmoid colon.
    • These cystic collections can persist for several months after surgery.

    Findings:

    • Ultrasound is the imaging modality of choice for characterizing lymphoceles.
    • It effectively defines the size, location, and extent of these cystic collections.
    • Ultrasound can differentiate lymphoceles from other postoperative fluid collections.

    Implications:

    • Accurate diagnosis of lymphoceles is crucial for appropriate patient management.
    • Understanding the potential for sigmoid colon compression aids in clinical assessment.
    • Ultrasound provides a non-invasive and reliable method for monitoring lymphocele resolution.