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    This study describes two patients with partial lipodystrophy, pancreatitis, and eosinophilia. Findings suggest potential associations between lipodystrophy, renal disease, pancreatitis, and eosinophilic gastroenteritis.

    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Gastroenterology
    • Nephrology

    Background:

    • Partial lipodystrophy is a rare condition characterized by loss of adipose tissue.
    • Pancreatitis and recurrent eosinophilia are serious conditions with complex etiologies.
    • Renal disease is a known complication of lipodystrophy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe two cases of partial lipodystrophy presenting with unusual complications.
    • To explore potential associations between lipodystrophy, pancreatitis, eosinophilia, and renal disease.

    Main Methods:

    • Case report of two patients with partial lipodystrophy.
    • Clinical evaluation including imaging (duodenography, ileography, and assessment for hydronephrosis).

    Main Results:

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    • Both patients exhibited partial lipodystrophy, pancreatitis, and recurrent eosinophilia.
    • One patient presented with duodenal and terminal ileum narrowing, suggestive of eosinophilic gastroenteritis.
    • This patient also had bilateral hydronephrosis without ureteric obstruction.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings suggest a possible association between partial lipodystrophy and pancreatitis.
    • Recurrent eosinophilia, potentially with gastrointestinal involvement (eosinophilic gastroenteritis), may also be associated with lipodystrophy.
    • Further research is warranted to confirm these potential associations and understand the underlying mechanisms.