Linitis plastica (patient information)
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Overview
Linitis plastica, also known as Brinton’s disease, is one kind of stomach canceror metastatic infiltration of the stomach. The appearance of the stomach is like a leather bottle in the case of Linitis Plastica. This cancer is more common in Asian countries, particularly Japan.
What are the symptoms of Linitis plastica?
What causes Linitis plastica?
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Linitis plastica?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Linitis plastica
Prevention of Linitis plastica
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Possible complications
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A more detailed clinical article for the same condition is available from WikiDoc. It is written for medical professionals and uses technical language.
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