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Different types of alterations in the lymphatic vascular network can lead to a variety of pathological conditions or impact the inflammatory or immune responses. Hypoplastic, hyperplastic, mispatterned, or damaged (e.g., mechanical) lymphatics can result in different types of primary or secondary lymphedema. Meanwhile, leaky lymphatics can promote obesity.
