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Review
. 1987 Mar;17(2):271-83.
doi: 10.1016/s0195-5616(87)50027-4.

Chylothorax in the dog and cat

S J Birchard, T W Fossum
Review

Chylothorax in the dog and cat

S J Birchard et al. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 1987 Mar.

Abstract

The etiology, pathogenesis, and treatment of chylothorax are discussed in this article. A detailed discussion of thoracic duct anatomy, physiology, and methods of lymphangiography is included. The information presented is a review of previous literature, an update on recently completed studies, and speculation about where future research is needed.

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