LYMPH Flashcards
what is the main function of the lymphatic system
return leaked plasma to circulatory system
also important in immune system and cancer spread
what is a sentinel node
1st node to drain a cancer
which organs do not have a lymphatic drainage
cartilage, eyes, inner ear, brain and spinal cord
What does the right lymphatic duct drain
upper right quadrant
Where does the right lymphatic duct empty
junction of right internal jugular and right subclavian veins
Where does the thoracic duct empty
junction of left internal jugular and left subclavian vein
where does the thoracic duct commence
L1 - cisternal chyli
where does the thoracic duct lie
posterior thoracic wall between teh azygous vein and aorta on right
crosses to left at T4
What does the lymphatic flow rely on
muscle contraction, pressure change and gravity
where does the lymphatic system absorb fat from
small intestine and gut
name the 2 lymphatic ducts
jugular and subclavian
