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Elephantiasis

A lymphedema that is characterised by edema, hypertrophy, and fibrosis of skin and subcutaneous tissues, due to obstruction of lymphatic vessels resulting in the enlargement and hardening of limbs or body parts due to tissue swelling (edema).

Historical TermDOID:4976Traditional documentation
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Use this page as a research index. Persistent, severe, unexplained or worsening symptoms need appropriate clinical assessment.

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