Lymphedema of the lower extremities: Evaluation by microcolloidal imaging

Journal Article · Wed Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1989 · Clinical Nuclear Medicine; (USA)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1097/00003072-198902000-00008· OSTI ID:5516433

Intenzo, C M; Desai, A G; Kim, S S; Park, C H; Merli, G J ^[1]

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1. Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital, Philadelphia, PA (USA)

Contrast lymphangiography has been the traditional radiographic method for imaging the lymphatic system of the lower extremities. Because of the difficulty in performing the procedure and its potential side effects, radionuclide lymphangiography is a safe and reliable alternative. Technetium-99m labeled to antimony trisulfide colloid was used in nine patients presenting with lymphedema of the lower extremities. The procedure was relatively simple to perform, and no adverse effects were noted.

• OSTI ID: 5516433
• Journal Information: Clinical Nuclear Medicine; (USA), Vol. 14:2; ISSN 0363-9762
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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