Experimental intestinal protein loss after thoracic duct ligation in dogs

with special reference to lymph reflux and lymphatico-venous communications

Abstract

The close association of primary protein-losing gastroenteropathy with abnormalities of the lymphatic system has been well documented by the use of lymphangiography. However, although this method is effective in demonstrating the parietal lymphatic system, the abdominovisceral lymphatics are not seen.