Broad-betalipoproteinemia
Overview
Broad-betalipoproteinemia (medical condition): An inherited condition involving a defect in the transport of lipids which causes the development of lipid deposits (xanthomas) under the skin in certain parts of the body.
Symptoms
* Lipid deposits under the skin on palms * Lipid deposits under the skin on fingers * Lipid deposits under the skin on knees * Lipid deposits under the skin on elbows * Lipid deposits under the skin on arms
Diagnosis
The phrase "signs of Broad beta disease" should, strictly speaking, refer only to those signs and symptoms of Broad beta disease that are not readily apparent to the patient.