- Lipomatosis
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Lipomatosis Classification and external resources ICD-10 E88.2 MeSH D008068 Lipomatosis is a hereditary condition where multiple lipomas are present on the body. Many discrete, encapsulated lipomas form on the trunk and extremities, with relatively few on the head and shoulders.[1] In 1993 the genetic defect was isolated to chromosome 12q15, which encodes the high-mobility-group protein isoform I-C (HMGIC)[2]
Although this condition is benign, many patients concerned with cosmesis seek removal of individual tumors. Treatment can include simple excision, endoscopic removal, or liposuction [3]
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- Pelvic lipomatosis
- Virchow's metamorphosis — lipomatosis in the heart and salivary glands.
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Inborn error of lipid metabolism: dyslipidemia (E78, 272.0–272.6) Hyperlipidemia Hypercholesterolemia/Hypertriglyceridemia (Lipoprotein lipase deficiency/Type Ia, Familial apoprotein CII deficiency/Type Ib, Familial hypercholesterolemia/Type IIa, Combined hyperlipidemia/Type IIb, Familial dysbetalipoproteinemia/Type III, Familial hypertriglyceridemia/Type IV) · Xanthoma/XanthomatosisHypolipoproteinemia Lipodystrophy Other Categories:- Lipid metabolism disorders
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