OBJECTIVES: To document the treatment of refractory chyle leaks using thoracoscopic thoracic duct ligation and provide systematic guidelines to manage chyle leaks. METHODS: The medical records of ...

Chylothorax: A condition characterized by the accumulation of chyle in the thoracic cavity, often leading to respiratory issues. Thoracic duct ligation (TDL): A surgical procedure that involves ...

Chylothorax: The accumulation of chyle, a milky bodily fluid consisting ... which can obstruct airways and lead to respiratory distress. Thoracic Duct: The largest lymphatic vessel in the body ...