Hypoglycemia due to 3b-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase type II Deficiency in a Newborn.
Indian Pediatr
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2015 Nov; 52(11): 981-983
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ABSTRACT
Background:
3β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type II deficiency results in decreased production of all three groups of adrenal steroids. Recurrent hypoglycemia as a presenting feature of this disorder has not been reported earlier. Case characteristics A genotypically and phenotypically normal female newborn delivered by in-vitro fertilization presenting with recurrent hypoglycemia. Primary adrenal insufficiency with insignificant mineralocorticoid deficiency and slightly elevated levels of 17-hydro-xyprogesterone, dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate and testosterone.Outcome:
Successfully managed only with corticosteroid replacement. Message Congenital adrenal hyperplasia can rarely cause recurrent hypoglycemia in newborns.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
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Indian Pediatr
Year:
2015
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