Lymphovenous anastomosis is a microsurgical procedure used to treat lymphedema and chylothorax by connecting lymphatic vessels directly to small veins so that trapped lymphatic fluid can drain into the venous system.
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Lymphovenous anastomosis is a microsurgical procedure used to treat lymphedema and chylothoraces.
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