The lymphatic system consists of groups of cells, tissues, and organs. These structures monitor the body surfaces and the internal fluid compartments and these tissues react to the presence of various potentially harmful substances. A study of lymph node lesions was carried in our tertiary hospital for a period of 2 years from Jan 2106 to Dec 2017. In our study, maximum number of cases showed reactive lymphadenitis 16 (34.04%) followed by 14 cases (29.79%) of metastasis.

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B Krishnaswamy

Professor in Pathology, Department of Pathology, Rajah Muthiah Medical College and Hospital,

Annamalai University, Annamalai nagar, Chidambaram- 608002, India

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