Thoracic Duct
Largest lymphatic trunk which drains chyle and most lymph on the body
Chyle
Chyle: Chylomicrons, Triglycerides and Fat Soluble Vitamins
70 % ingested long chain triglycerides are absorbed via the lymphatic system
Chyle Pathology
Thoracic duct disruption
Thoracic duct disruption: Chylothorax
Chylous Effusion
Obstruction of lymphatic flow resulting in increase pressure within lymphatics
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