Abstract:Intranodal embolization using n-butyl cyanoacrylate glue is an emerging treatment option for persistent lymphatic leakage. This report describes the procedure details of intranodal embolization for groin lymphocele and evaluates the efficacy of intranodal embolization at our institution via retrospective chart review.Material and Methods: Nine consecutive patients (six men and three women; median age, 77.4 years; range, 43-95 years) who underwent intranodal embolization for groin lymphocele between January 201… Show more
“…No complication was observed. 4 We performed IGE with a 50 % Lipiodol–NBCA mixture. A single administration was sufficient for this treatment, the lymphorrhea was improved two days after and there were no complications.…”
“…No complication was observed. 4 We performed IGE with a 50 % Lipiodol–NBCA mixture. A single administration was sufficient for this treatment, the lymphorrhea was improved two days after and there were no complications.…”
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