Title of article :
Testicular Patch as Lymphatic Conduit in Canine Hind Limb
Author/Authors :
Hodjati, H Departments of Surgery - Pathology, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz , Shakeryan, B Departments of Surgery - Pathology, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz , Riaz Montazer, N Departments of Surgery - Pathology, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz
Pages :
3
From page :
114
To page :
116
Abstract :
Background: Management of lymphedema is a challenging issue in surgery. A variety of operations have been used, albeit with little success. Objective: To investigate the efficacy of testicular patch as a lymphatic conduit. Methods: An incision was made on the inguinal area of 10 dogs and all lymph nodes of inguinal area were excised. The tunica albuginea and parenchyma near the hilum of testes were taken and transferred to the site of excised lymph nodes. Results: Microscopic study showed neovascularization of lymphatic duct in 80% of samples. Conclusion: Testicular patch graft can be used as a lymphatic conduit and implemented in the management of lymphedema.
Keywords :
Lymphedema , testis , patch graft
Journal title :
Astroparticle Physics
Serial Year :
2002
Record number :
2447156
Link To Document :
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