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==Description==

==Description==

'''Lymphangiectasia''' is characterised by dilation and dysfunction of the lymphatic vessels of the intestines.  Consequently, protein rich lymph leaks into the intestinal lumen, causing a [[Intestines Protein-Losing Diseases - Pathology|

'''Lymphangiectasia''' is characterised by dilation and dysfunction of the [[Lymphatic Vessels - Anatomy & Physiology|lymphatic vessels]] of the intestines.  Consequently, protein rich lymph leaks into the intestinal lumen, causing a [[Intestines Protein-Losing Diseases - Pathology|

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.