Abstract

A case of primary lymphedema in a lower extremity is presented. Lymphangiograms revealed the lymphatic aplasia of the left lower extremity. Pathogenesis and classification of primary lymphedema are briefly reviewed, and the importance of lymphangiography in diagnosis is emphasized.

Keywords: lymphangiography, lymphatic aplasia, lymphedema, Milroy's disease

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Ceyhan M, Dilmen U, Çağlar MK, Şenses DA, Oran O. A case of primary lymphedema. Turk J Pediatr 1985; 27: 105-108. https://doi.org/10.24953/turkjpediatr.1985.3982