# Pediatric Chylothorax Treated With Lymphangiography and Thoracic Duct Embolization: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A seven-month-old girl with chylothorax due to non-accidental trauma was successfully treated with a minimally invasive radiology procedure.

## Contribution

Demonstrates the effectiveness of lymphangiography and thoracic duct embolization in treating pediatric chylothorax.

## Key findings

- A minimally invasive interventional radiology procedure successfully treated a pediatric chylothorax.
- Lymphangiography with thoracic duct embolization is a viable alternative to surgery for complex lymphatic pathologies in children.
- Interventional radiologists can effectively manage non-accidental trauma-related chylothorax in infants.

## Abstract

A chylothorax, the accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the pleural space, may occur for a variety of reasons. It is commonly seen in adults post-thoracic surgery. We present the case of a seven-month-old girl with a right-sided chylothorax in the setting of non-accidental trauma. Treatment options for a chylothorax include surgical ligation of the thoracic duct or, as in this case, a minimally invasive procedure performed by interventional radiology known as lymphangiography with thoracic duct embolization. This case highlights interventional radiologists' ability to treat complex lymphatic pathologies effectively with minimally invasive techniques.