Technetium-99m albumin scintigraphy in the diagnosis of protein-losing enteropathy: a case report
Lee, B.F.; Huang, Y.F.; Yang, C.C.; Jong, S.B.; Chen, U.W.; Liu, F.P.; Hwang, S.J.; Chen, L.T.
Gaoxiong Yi Xue Ke Xue Za Zhi 11(6): 366-370
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0257-5655 PMID: 7629922 Document Number: 451804
A 34-year-old female presenting with bilateral lower leg edema and distended abdomen was admitted to our hospital. The serum albumin was 1.42g/dl. Renal function and hepatic function were normal. Urinalysis did not show proteinuria. Tc-99m albumin scintigraphy was arranged for this patient to rule out protein-losing enteropathy. The results demonstrated loss of albumin into the intestines. We conclude that Tc-99m albumin scintigraphy of the abdomen is a valuable adjunct in the diagnosis of protein-losing enteropathy.