Preferred Label : Non-Filarial lymphedema;
MeSH definition : A form of elephantiasis caused by soil particles which penetrate the skin of the foot.
It is limited to tropical regions with soils of high volcanic content.;
MeSH synonym : lymphedema, Non-Filarial; lymphedemas, Non-Filarial; non filarial lymphedema; Non-Filarial lymphedemas;
Origin ID : D062846;
UMLS CUI : C3494374;
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A form of elephantiasis caused by soil particles which penetrate the skin of the foot.
It is limited to tropical regions with soils of high volcanic content.
https://www.who.int/fr/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/podoconiosis-(non-filarial-lymphoedema)
2023
Switzerland
scientific and technical information
Lymphedema
podoconiosis
elephantiasis
Non-Filarial lymphedema
Podoconiosis
lymphatic edema
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