How to Start a Lymphatic Program.

Abstract

Many patients are born with lymphatic abnormalities or are susceptible to pathology following cardiac surgery. It therefore becomes important to evaluate and treat lymphatic disorders in centers performing congenital heart surgery. Programs can make strides towards starting a lymphatic branch if appropriately equipped with proper staff, tools, and other capabilities to perform lymphatic system access, imaging, and intervention. In reality, many of these components already exist in most centers, and a successful and comprehensive program can be established by enlisting these already established services.