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    • Nuclear medicine
    • Diagnostic imaging
    • Lymphatic system research

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    • Lymphatic scintigraphy has regained clinical importance due to technological advancements.
    • Modern techniques offer advantages over traditional lymphangiography, including fewer complications and broader applicability.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the current clinical utility of lymphatic scintigraphy.
    • To highlight key indications for lymphatic scintigraphy in oncology and lymphedema diagnosis.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizes interstitial injection of 99Tc-labeled microcolloids.
    • Employs gamma cameras with computer analysis for imaging.

    Main Results:

    • Scintigraphy reveals functional lymphatic data and indirect evidence of lymph node involvement.
    • Limited resolution prevents detection of small metastases or detailed lymph node structure.
    • Effective for assessing lymphatic drainage in melanoma, breast, and pelvic cancers, and differentiating types of lymphedema.

    Conclusions:

    • Lymphatic scintigraphy is a valuable diagnostic tool for specific clinical indications.
    • It complements other imaging modalities by providing crucial functional information about the lymphatic system.