A finding that is not clear what will emerge when you see it: Hypoalbuminemia

Authors : Miraç Vural Keskinler, Ertunç Şimdi, Ender Iğneci

Pages : 136-138

Doi:10.46310/tjim.1073366

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Publication Date : 2022-04-01

Article Type : Other

Abstract :Malnutrition can cause hypoalbuminemia. Gastrointestinal malignancies are among the causes of protein-losing enteropathy. Herein, we presented a case of protein-losing enteropathy due to gastrointestinal malignancy presenting with symptoms such as hypoalbuminemia and oedema in the hands and legs.
Keywords : Hypoalbuminemia, colon cancer, protein-losing enteropathy