Chylous ascites is the accumulation of chyle (lymphatic fluid) in the peritoneal cavity. It can be the result of congenital defects of the lymphatic system, inflammatory processes, malignancy ...
Diagnosis: Chylous ascites with tracking of lymphatic fluid into the left groin through a defect in the internal inguinal ring. Management: Conservative management with salt restriction ...
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare, low-grade malignant condition that typically affects women of childbearing age and primarily involves the lungs. While cases involving males and affecting the ...
A man in his 70s with diabetes, who had undergone T10-pelvis anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) for radiculopathy 7 months prior, presented to the emergency department with fever and malaise of 1 ...