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Xanthomatosis  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A condition marked by the development of widespread xanthomas, yellow tumor-like structures filled with lipid deposits. Xanthomas can be found in a variety of tissues including the SKIN; TENDONS; joints of KNEES and ELBOWS. Xanthomatosis is associated with disturbance of LIPID METABOLISM and formation of FOAM CELLS.

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-RRJ4KDV9-4

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