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Intestinal Lymphangiectasia Flashcards

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What is it?

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Dilation of the lymphatics as a primary condition or secondary due to lymphatic obstruction (malignancy or constructive pericarditis)

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How does it present?

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Hypoproteinaemia with ankle oedema

Steatorrhoea

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How is it diagnosed?

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Jejunal biopsy- primary form, dilated lacteals
Capsule endoscopy: white tipped villi
Serum immunoglobulin: reduced, low circulating lymphocytes

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How is it treated?

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Low fat diets
Fat soluble vitamins supplements and mid chain triglyceride supplements
Octreotide: good effect on primary cases

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