Linitis plastica
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| Linitis plastica | |
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| Synonyms | Leather bottle stomach |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Weight loss, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, early satiety |
| Complications | Metastasis, malnutrition |
| Onset | Typically in adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Diffuse gastric cancer, infiltrative carcinoma |
| Risks | Helicobacter pylori infection, genetic predisposition |
| Diagnosis | Endoscopy, biopsy, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Peptic ulcer disease, gastritis, gastric lymphoma |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Poor |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Linitis plastica is a type of gastric cancer that causes the walls of the stomach to harden, reducing its elasticity. This condition is also known as "leather bottle stomach" due to the appearance and texture of the stomach walls.
Symptoms
The symptoms of linitis plastica can be non-specific and may be similar to other gastrointestinal disorders. These can include:
Causes
The exact cause of linitis plastica is unknown, but it is believed to be associated with certain risk factors such as H. pylori infection, gastritis, and pernicious anemia.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of linitis plastica can be challenging due to its non-specific symptoms. It often involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests such as endoscopy, biopsy, and imaging studies.
Treatment
Treatment for linitis plastica typically involves surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. The choice of treatment depends on the stage of the disease, the patient's overall health, and their personal preferences.
Prognosis
The prognosis for linitis plastica is generally poor, with a low survival rate. However, early detection and treatment can improve the prognosis.
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