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Pulmonary dysfunction after lymphangiography

J R Woodside, T W Chick, P W Bergreen

    The Journal of Urology
    |October 1, 1977
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    Bipedal lymphangiography temporarily reduces lung volume by about 10% in patients. This effect, likely due to airway closure, resolves within 72 hours and is reversible with medication.

    Area of Science:

    • Pulmonary Medicine
    • Radiology
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Bipedal lymphangiography is an imaging procedure.
    • Potential effects on pulmonary function are not fully understood.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the impact of bipedal lymphangiography on pulmonary function.
    • To determine the duration and reversibility of observed pulmonary changes.

    Main Methods:

    • Pulmonary function tests were administered to 15 patients.
    • Tests were conducted before and after bipedal lymphangiography.

    Main Results:

    • A transient, approximately 10% reduction in lung volume was observed post-procedure.
    • This reduction persisted for 48 to 72 hours.

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  • The impairment was reversible with beta-adrenergic drugs and did not correlate with pre-existing lung disease severity.

    • Conclusions:

    • Bipedal lymphangiography causes a temporary decrease in lung volume, likely via airway closure.
    • Pulmonary function can be safely restored within 3 to 5 days, allowing for subsequent surgical procedures.