Thoracic lymphatics play a significant role in the immune system of intrathoracic organs such
as the lungs, pleura, esophagus, and mediastinum. Its network of lymphatic vessels carries
interstitial fluid from the lungs, chyle from the digestive system, and white blood cells and
other immune components. Thoracic lymphatics include the thymus and bone marrow,
which are, with the spleen and digestive system lymphoid tissues, organs dedicated to
lymphocyte production and circulation. Ultimately, thoracic lymphatics are related to a variety …