http://www.appliedradiology.com RSS Feed on Applied Radiologyhttp://www.appliedradiology.com//Issues/2000/12/Articles/Lymphangioleiomyomatosis--Radiologic-findings.aspxThe authors address the major features of lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM), a rare, idiopathic disease that affects women that is characterized by progressive smooth muscle proliferation in the lymphatics, blood vessels, and airways. LAM has many associated thoracic and abdominal findings that should be recognized by radiologists in order to help expedite the diagnosis and prevent misdiagnosis that could lead to unnecessary biopsies or surgeries.Friday, 22 Dec 2000 11:25:31 GMT