Pathophysiology Lecture Review Sheet: Lymphatic System

1. Know the structure and function of a lymphatic capillary.

2. Name the two major lymphatic ducts.

3. Know the location and function of lymph nodes (LN).

4. Name two (2) causes for lymph edema.

5. Name three causes for lymphatic (LN) cancer.

6. Name four etiological causes for lymphadenopathy that are not cancer related.

7. Regarding the tonsils: Know the location and function.  Name inflammatory causes related to bacteria (2 examples) and viral (2 examples).

8. Regarding the spleen: Know the location and function. Explain splenomegaly and two probable causes (besides cancer). Name two cancers that can affect the spleen.  Give an indication for a splenectomy.

9. Define MALT and give an example.

10. Define GALT and give an example.

11. Name two problems that can occur with the thymus (see Immune .ppt if needed).

12. Define lymph, give its location and composition.