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xanthomatosis

/ˌzæn.θə.məˈtoʊ.sɪs/

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noun

/ˌzæn.θə.məˈtoʊ.sɪs/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся обширным образованием ксантом, особенно на локтях и коленях, часто связанное с нарушением липидного обмена.

A medical condition characterized by the widespread formation of xanthomas, particularly on the elbows and knees, often linked to a disorder of lipid metabolism.

uncountable

  1. Medical conditionC2formalmedical

    A condition characterized by the widespread formation of xanthomas, which are fatty deposits under the skin, often associated with lipid metabolism disorders.

    ruКсантоматоз

    • The patient was diagnosed with xanthomatosis after multiple fatty lumps appeared on the elbows and knees.
    • Xanthomatosis is frequently linked to high cholesterol levels.
    • Treatment for xanthomatosis often involves managing the underlying lipid disorder.
Forms
  • xanthomatoses plural form
  • xanthomatoses' possessive plural form
  • xanthomatosis's possessive singular form