Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Lipodystrophy is characterized by abnormal fat distribution and has a broad range of etiologic associations. We present a case of a young Afro-Caribbean female to highlight the clinical features of bone marrow transplant-associated partial lipodystrophy. This review examines and provides diagnostic recommendations for discerning lipodystrophy and its potential cause and also provides follow-up guidance in those diagnosed with bone marrow transplant-associated partial lipodystrophy. We utilize this case to highlight the clinical implications of lipodystrophy and create awareness of this as a potential outcome in childhood cancer survivors.
Source: Cureus
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.71641
Authors: Zakiyyah Khan, Kabeer Ali, Aliyyah Khan, Surujpal Teelucksingh
Institution: University of the West Indies
Language: English
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4403446764