'''Lymphangiectasia''' is characterised by dilation and dysfunction of the [[Lymphatic Vessels - Anatomy & Physiology|lymphatic vessels]] of the intestines. Consequently, protein rich [[Lymph - Anatomy & Physiology|lymph]] leaks into the intestinal lumen, causing a [[Intestines Protein-Losing Diseases - Pathology|
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'''Lymphangiectasia''' is characterised by dilation and dysfunction of the [[Lymphatic Vessels - Anatomy & Physiology|lymphatic vessels]] of the intestines. Consequently, protein rich [[Lymph - Anatomy & Physiology|lymph]] leaks into the intestinal lumen, causing a [[Protein Losing Enteropathy|
protein-losing enteropathy]] and severe lipid malabsorption. It is relatively common in dogs but rare in cats.
protein-losing enteropathy]] and severe lipid malabsorption. It is relatively common in dogs but rare in cats.