Anasarka R60.1

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 03.09.2026

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Definition
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Non-inflammatory, excessive accumulation of fluid in the skin connective tissue.

Etiopathogenesis
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Severe protein deficiency, e.g., in cases of liver cirrhosis, nephrotic syndrome, malabsorption syndromes, and decompensated heart failure.

Localization
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Dependent body parts.

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Incoming links (1)

Edema;

Outgoing links (4)

Cirrhosis of the liver; Heart failure; Malabsorption; Nephrotic syndrome;

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Last updated on: 03.09.2026

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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