The lymphatic system, made up of lymphoid tissues known as nodes and vessels, is part of the human immune system. It is involved in protecting the body against infection, by delivering immune cells, ...

Maps of the lymphatic system: old (left) and updated to reflect UVA's discovery. Jonathan Kipnis, Ph.D., University of Virginia Health System Antoine Louveau, Ph.D., University of Virginia Health ...

In an age where wellness and self-care are paramount, understanding the importance of the lymphatic system is crucial. The lymphatic system plays a vital role in maintaining the body’s health by ...

Cancer that starts in the lymph nodes is lymphoma. Cancer may also spread from other areas of the body to various lymph nodes, including the neck. Swollen lymph nodes are usually due to a cause other ...

Much is being made of the lymph these days. So, what exactly is the lymphatic system? “It’s the bonus set of plumbing that filters and removes excess waste, bacteria and toxins from your body,” said ...

Cancer is known to spread via the lymphatic system as well as the circulatory system, but the degree to which the lymphatic system contributes to metastasis remains an open question. To address this ...