Abstract

CONGENITAL INTESTINAL LYMPHANGIECTASIA: A CASE STUDY

Shan Sasidharan*, Akhila Sivadas

ABSTRACT

Congenital intestinal lymphangiectasia is a rare disease which leads to protein losing enteropathy that usually affected children and young adults. Tortuous, dilated lymphatic vessels in the intestinal wall and mesenterium are typical features of the disease. Major symptoms include peripheral edema, mal absorption, diarrhoea, steatorrhea, and effusions. Specific diet and medication are required for disease control. Specific diet and medication are required for disease control.

Keywords: Ileal diseases, lymphangiectasis, intestinal, congenital abnormalities, diagnosis, differential, drug therapy.