Abstract
A case of Whipple's disease is reported. The thoracic duct was cannulated and found to be patent although flow of chylous lymph was markedly reduced. Macrophages with characteristic PAS-positive granules were found circulating in thoracic duct lymph. A very high lymph: serum protein ratio was noted.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 110-117 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Gastroenterology |
Volume | 48 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1965 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Hepatology
- Gastroenterology