Intestinal lymphangiectasia
Intestinal lymphangiectasia
Definition
Dilatation of the intestinal lymphatic system usually caused by an obstruction in the intestinal wall. It may be congenital or acquired and is characterized by diarrhea; hypoproteinemia; peripheral and/or abdominal edema; and protein-losing enteropathies.
Also known as intestinal lymphangiectasia, intestinal lymphangiectasia (disease) — per MONDO