The Lymphatic System & Lymphatic Conditions

The body's lymphatic system keeps fluid levels in balance and defends against infections. But problems can happen. Learn about lymphatic conditions and how they're treated.

About the Lymphatic System

• The Lymphatic System
• The Spleen

Birthmarks and Hemagiomas

• Birthmarks 
• Port-Wine Stains
• Congenital Hemangiomas
• Infantile Hemangiomas

Malformations

• Arteriovenous Malformations 
• Lymphatic Malformations 
• Venous Malformations

Other Conditions

• Chylothorax
• Chylous Ascites
• Chyluria
• CLOVES Syndrome
  
• Plastic Bronchitis
• Protein-Losing Enteropathy

Treatments

• Embolization
• Sclerotherapy
• Splenectomy
• What Is Interventional Radiology (IR)?