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- Review Article Surgical Metabolism and Nutrition: Chyle Leaks
- Jae Keun Kim, M.D., Hyun Wook Shin, M.D., Joon Seong Park, M.D.
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유미 복수의 치료 - 김재근ㆍ신현욱ㆍ박준성
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Surgical Metabolism and Nutrition 2011;2(2):39-40.
Published online: December 30, 2011
Department of Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
연세대학교 의과대학 강남세브란스병원 외과학교실
연세대학교 의과대학 강남세브란스병원 외과학교실
Received: 14 December 1901 • Revised: 14 December 1901 • Accepted: 14 December 1901
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Abstract
Chylous ascites is the accumulation of peritoneal fluid rich in triglycerides in the peritoneal cavity. It commonly develops when there is disruption of the lymphatic system due to traumatic injury or obstruction. Chylous ascites is diagnosed when ascetic fluid appears milky and contains a triglyceride content above 200 mg/dl. Patients identified as suffering with chylous ascites are treated to correct the specific underlying cause. Therapeutic paracentesis and administration of diuretics are recommended for patients with underlying cirrhosis. Appropriate nutritional support for chylous ascites, including a low-fat diet and medium-chain triglyceride supplementation, is of paramount importance. (SMN 2011;2:39-40)
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