Transient hyperinsulinism an asphyxiated small for gestation infant
Acta Medica Iranica. 1999; 37 (4): 204-206
in English
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ABSTRACT
Transient hyperinsulinism has been implicated in the prolonged hypoglycemia observed in small for gestational age or asphyxiated newborns. These infants are at high risk for severe and permanent brain damage, thus necessitating appropriate diagnosis and correct treatment. A term male asphyxiated small for gestation 30 day infant with long-standing hypoglycemia and intractable seizures was managed successfully. The case is described with a review of the literature
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IMEMR (Eastern Mediterranean)
Main subject:
Asphyxia Neonatorum
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Infant, Very Low Birth Weight
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Diazoxide
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Hypoglycemia
Type of study:
Case report
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
Acta Med. Iran.
Year:
1999
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