Lymphangiectasis, Intestinal

**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.

**Tree numbers:** - C15.604.360.500 - C15.604.451.500 - C16.131.482.500

**Synonyms:** - Intestinal Lymphangiectasis - Lymphangiectasia, Intestinal