| 词条 | Lymphangiectasia |
| 释义 |
| name = Lymphangiectasia | image =PMC3565923 1752-1947-7-19-1.png | caption =Lymphangiectasia shown on enteroscopy. | | pronounce = | field = | synonyms = | symptoms = | complications = | onset = | duration = | types = | causes = | risks = | diagnosis = | differential = | prevention = | treatment = | medication = | prognosis = | frequency = | deaths = |alt=}} Lymphangiectasia is a pathologic dilation of lymph vessels.[1] When it occurs in the intestines of dogs, and more rarely humans, it causes a disease known as "intestinal lymphangiectasia".[1] This disease is characterized by lymphatic vessel dilation,[2] chronic diarrhea and loss of proteins such as serum albumin and globulin. It is considered to be a chronic form of protein-losing enteropathy. It is also known as "lymphangiectasis".[3] Signs and symptomsChronic diarrhea is almost always seen with lymphangiectasia, but most other signs are linked to low blood protein levels (hypoproteinemia), which causes low oncotic pressure. These signs include ascites, pleural effusion, and edema of the limbs and trunk. Weight loss is seen with long-term disease.[5] CauseBiopsy of the small intestine shows dilation of the lacteals of the villi and distension of the lymphatic vessels.[4] Reduced lymph flow leads to a malabsorption syndrome of the small intestine, especially of fat and fat-soluble vitamins. Rupture of the lymphatics causes protein loss into the intestines. The most common cause of lymphangiectasia was congenital malformation of the lymphatics.[5] Secondary lymphangiectasia may be caused by granulomas or cancer causing lymphatic obstruction, or increased central venous pressure (CVP) causing abnormal lymph drainage. Increased CVP can be caused by pericarditis or right-sided heart failure. Inflammatory bowel disease can also lead to inflammation of the lymphatics and lymphangiectasia through migration of inflammatory cells through the lymphatics.[6] DiagnosisDiagnosis is through biopsy. The presence of hypoproteinemia, decreased blood lymphocytes, and decreased cholesterol support the diagnosis. Hypocalcemia (low calcium) is also seen due to poor absorption of vitamin D and calcium, and secondary to low protein binding of calcium. Medical ultrasonography may show striations in the intestinal mucosa indicating dilated lacteals.[7] TreatmentTreatment is multifactorial. A diet very low in fat and high in high quality protein is essential.[8] Treatment of humans can also involve the use of MCT (medium-chain triglycerides) oil and/or the drug octreotide. In dogs, fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) should be supplemented. Corticosteroid treatment may be required for life. Antibiotics can be used to treat bacterial overgrowth. With a very low serum albumin, transfusion with blood plasma or an infusion of hetastarch may be necessary to treat the signs until the diet can take effect.[9] Lymphangiectasia is rarely cured but can remain in remission for a long time. It can be fatal when unresponsive to treatment. In animalsDog breeds commonly affected by lymphangiectasia and/or protein-losing enteropathy include the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, Norwegian Lundehund, Basenji, and Yorkshire Terrier.[10] References1. ^1 McGavin/ Zachary (2007), Pathologic Basis of Veterinary Disease 2. ^{{DorlandsDict|nine/000954436|lymphangiectasis}} 3. ^{{DorlandsDict|five/000061935|lymphangiectasia}} 4. ^{{cite web | last = Steiner | first = Jörg M. | title = Protein-Losing Enteropathies in Dogs | work = Proceedings of the 28th World Congress of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association | year = 2003 | url = http://www.vin.com/proceedings/Proceedings.plx?CID=WSAVA2003&PID=6588&O=Generic | accessdate = 2007-03-20 }} 5. ^{{cite journal |vauthors=Kull P, Hess R, Craig L, Saunders H, Washabau R |title=Clinical, clinicopathologic, radiographic, and ultrasonographic characteristics of intestinal lymphangiectasia in dogs: 17 cases (1996-1998) |journal=J Am Vet Med Assoc |volume=219 |issue=2 |pages=197–202 |year=2001 |pmid=11469575 |doi=10.2460/javma.2001.219.197}} 6. ^1 {{cite journal | last = Fogle | first = Jonathan E. |author2=Bissett, Sally A. | title = Mucosal Immunity and Chronic Idiopathic Enteropathies in Dogs | journal = Compendium on Continuing Education for the Practicing Veterinarian | volume = 29 | issue = 5 | pages = 290–302 | publisher = Veterinary Learning Systems |date=May 2007 }} 7. ^{{cite journal |vauthors=Sutherland-Smith J, Penninck D, Keating J, Webster C |title=Ultrasonographic intestinal hyperechoic mucosal striations in dogs are associated with lacteal dilation |journal=Vet Radiol Ultrasound |volume=48 |issue=1 |pages=51–7 |year=2007 |pmid=17236361 |doi=10.1111/j.1740-8261.2007.00204.x}} 8. ^{{cite web | last = Matz | first = M.E. | title = Dietary Management of Gastrointestinal Disease | work = Proceedings of the North American Veterinary Conference | year = 2006 | url = http://www.ivis.org/proceedings/navc/2006/SAE/162.asp?LA=1 | accessdate = 2007-03-20 }} 9. ^{{cite web | last = Willard | first = Michael | title = Protein-Losing Enteropathy in Dogs and Cats | work = Proceedings of the 30th World Congress of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association | year = 2005 | url = http://www.vin.com/proceedings/Proceedings.plx?CID=WSAVA2005&PID=10987&O=Generic | accessdate = 2007-03-20 }} 10. ^{{cite book|author1=Ettinger, Stephen J. |author2=Feldman, Edward C. |title=Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine|edition=4th|publisher=W.B. Saunders Company|year=1995|isbn=0-7216-6795-3}} External links{{Medical resources| DiseasesDB = | ICD10 = | ICD9 = {{ICD9|457.1}} | ICDO = | OMIM = | MedlinePlus = | eMedicineSubj = | eMedicineTopic = | MeshID = D008200 }}{{Lymphatic disease}} 3 : Dermal and subcutaneous growths|Dog diseases|Lymphatic vessel diseases |
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