lymphangiectasia
/lɪmˌfændʒiɛkˈteɪʒə/
noun
- A condition in which the lymph vessels become abnormally widened or dilated, often causing swelling or fluid buildup.
- The patient's lymphangiectasia was treated with a special low-fat diet.
- Lymphangiectasia is sometimes present at birth or can develop after an injury.
- Intestinal lymphangiectasia can cause protein loss and swelling in the legs.