lymphatic

[US]/lɪmˈfætɪk/
[UK]/lɪmˈfætɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. relating to the lymphatic system; lacking in color and vitality.

Phrases & Collocations

lymphatic system

lymphatic vessels

lymphatic drainage

lymphatic fluid

lymphatic circulation

lymphatic vessel

Example Sentences

Biopsy of the small intestine shows dilation of the lacteals of the villi and distension of the lymphatic vessels.

Tumor site and age had different effects on intramammary lymphatic metastasis in different conditions.

Such involvement of dermal lymphatics gives the grossly thickened, erythematous, and rough skin surface with the appearance of an orange peel ("peau dorange" for you francophiles).

Conclusion Lymph angiogenesis exists in the peripheral region of human gastric cancer, and the lumina of newly formed lymphatics is small, therefore the lymphocinesia of that region is inadequate.

Real-world Examples

Finally, there can be a lymphatic pleural effusion, called a chylothorax.

Source: Osmosis - Respiration

In a chylothorax, the thoracic duct is disrupted, and lymphatic fluid accumulates in the pleural space.

Source: Osmosis - Respiration

That's where the lymphatic system comes into play.

Source: Osmosis - Cardiovascular

Fatty acids and glycerol can easily pass through the small intestinal epithelium and into the lymphatics.

Source: Osmosis - Anatomy and Physiology

And that's exactly what lymphatic drainage is all about.

Source: Healthy little secrets

These lymphatic vessels mainly drain into a group of lymph nodes in the axilla, or the armpit.

Source: Osmosis - Reproduction

People with lymphatic gland inflammation and lymphadenopathy should also avoid these techniques.

Source: Healthy little secrets

Once all of that stuff is in the lymphatic system, it's called lymph.

Source: Osmosis - Cardiovascular

Pleural effusions can be due to excess fluid collection, transudative and exudative, or due to blockage of lymphatic drainage.

Source: Osmosis - Respiration

The brain however, does not have lymphatic vessels that it can use for waste clearance.

Source: WIL Life Revelation

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now