Etymed
lipoidosis
Definition
A pathological condition characterized by the accumulation of fatty substances in tissues and organs, particularly in the liver and other organs, often associated with metabolic disorders and lipid metabolism dysfunction
Clinical context
A 45-year-old man presents with fatigue, abdominal pain, and hepatomegaly. Laboratory studies reveal elevated liver enzymes and abnormal lipid profiles. Imaging shows characteristic fatty infiltration of the liver parenchyma. His family history is positive for early-onset cardiovascular disease. This patient likely has a disorder of lipid metabolism leading to lipoidosis.
Mnemonic
Lipoidosis = Lipid (fatty) deposits in organs, especially liver