Protein-Losing Gastroenteropathy
📋Overview
Protein-losing gastroenteropathy (PLGE) is a clinical syndrome characterized by excessive loss of plasma proteins into the gastrointestinal tract, leading to low blood protein levels (hypoproteinemia). It is not a single disease but a manifestation of various underlying gastrointestinal disorders that cause increased intestinal protein loss. The term is a descriptive label rather than a diagnosis itself. Modern clinical practice focuses on identifying and treating the underlying cause of protein loss.
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