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Endoscopy 1970; 02(3): 191-192
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1098463
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1098463
Through the Scope
© Georg Thieme Verlag, Stuttgart
Peritoneoscopic Aspect of Whipple's Disease
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Publication History
Publication Date:
08 December 2008 (online)
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Summary
The peritoneoscopic aspect of Whipple's disease is described. The markedly dilated lymphatic vessels have a characteristic appearance which may lead to the diagnosis of intestinal lymphangiectasis. Final diagnosis has to be established by small bowel or lymph node biopsy.
Key-Words
Whipple's disease - peritoneoscopy - lymphangiectasia