lymphangioma
- n benign angioma consisting of a mass of lymphatic vessels
lymphangiogram
- n an angiogram of the lymph nodes and lymph vessels made after the injection of a radiopaque substance
lymphangiography
- n roentgenographic examination of lymph nodes and lymph vessels after injection of a radiopaque contrast medium; produces a lymphangiogram
lymphatic system
- n the interconnected system of spaces and vessels between body tissues and organs by which lymph circulates throughout the body
lymphatic vessel
- n a vascular duct that carries lymph which is eventually added to the venous blood circulation
lymphedema
- n swelling (usually in the legs) caused by lymph accumulating in the tissues in the affected areas