Zhu Yanling, He Xin, Lan Ya, Deng Yongqiong
Department of Dermatology, Chengdu Integrated TCM and Western Medicine Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.
Int Med Case Rep J. 2025 Jul 28;18:943-947. doi: 10.2147/IMCRJ.S531146. eCollection 2025.
Xanthoma is a common cutaneous manifestation typically associated with abnormal lipid metabolism, particularly hyperlipidemia. Both hyperlipidemia and hyperglycemia are significant components of metabolic syndrome and can elevate the risk of pancreatitis. Acute pancreatitis is a serious inflammatory disease that can be life-threatening and may be triggered by various factors, including hyperlipidemia. In conclusion, there appears to be a potential link between xanthoma, hyperlipidemia, and acute pancreatitis, which seem to be distinct diseases. By analyzing the diagnostic and treatment processes for this patient, we found that early identification and intervention in xanthoma patients are crucial. This approach not only aids in controlling the progression of xanthoma but also helps prevent a range of serious complications associated with hyperlipidemia, such as acute pancreatitis. Ultimately, this reduces the impact of the disease on health and enhances the quality of life and survival rates for patients.
黄瘤是一种常见的皮肤表现，通常与脂质代谢异常有关，尤其是高脂血症。高脂血症和高血糖都是代谢综合征的重要组成部分，会增加胰腺炎的风险。急性胰腺炎是一种严重的炎症性疾病，可能危及生命，并且可能由多种因素引发，包括高脂血症。总之，黄瘤、高脂血症和急性胰腺炎之间似乎存在潜在联系，尽管它们看似是不同的疾病。通过分析该患者的诊断和治疗过程，我们发现对黄瘤患者进行早期识别和干预至关重要。这种方法不仅有助于控制黄瘤的进展，还能预防一系列与高脂血症相关的严重并发症，如急性胰腺炎。最终，这降低了疾病对健康的影响，提高了患者的生活质量和生存率。
