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Intestinal lymphangiectasia: evaluation by CT and scintigraphy
A S Puri1, R Aggarwal, R K Gupta
1Department of Gastroenterology, Sanjay Gandhi Post-Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, India.
Gastrointestinal Radiology
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Intestinal lymphangiectasia, a rare disorder, can cause severe diarrhea and edema. This case highlights diagnostic imaging findings and clinical presentation of this condition.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Intestinal lymphangiectasia is a rare condition characterized by dilation of intestinal lymphatic vessels.
- It leads to protein-losing enteropathy, malabsorption, and fluid imbalances.
Observation:
- A 40-year-old male presented with severe diarrhea and generalized edema.
- Clinical examination, laboratory tests, and duodenal biopsy confirmed the diagnosis.
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) revealed characteristic abnormalities.
- Scintigraphy using technetium-99m labeled human serum albumin (99mTc HSA) demonstrated impaired lymphatic drainage.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering intestinal lymphangiectasia in patients with unexplained diarrhea and edema.
- Diagnostic imaging, including CT and scintigraphy, plays a crucial role in identifying the characteristic findings of this condition.
- Understanding these imaging features aids in timely diagnosis and management.
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