Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome

**Definition:** A nonfamilial polyposis syndrome that is characterized by the presence of diffuse gastrointestinal polyposis, skin hyperpigmentation, ALOPECIA; DIARRHEA, and PROTEIN-LOSING ENTEROPATHY. It was first reported by Cronkhite and Canada in 1955.

**Tree numbers:** - C06.405.469.578.500 - C17.800.621.340 - C23.550.755.500

**Synonyms:** - Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome (CCS)