X-linked Congenital Adrenal Hypoplasia with a Novel NR0B1/DAX Gene Mutation.
Indian Pediatr
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2016 June; 53(6): 529-531
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in English
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-179099
ABSTRACT
Background:
The etiology of primary adrenal insufficiency has implications for further management of the condition. Case characteristics A 5-year-old boy presented in adrenal crisis with glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid deficiency. Observation Investigations confirmed primary adrenal insufficiency and ruled out the common etiologies. Genetic testing identified a novel NR0B1/DAX gene mutation. Message A genetic diagnosis in children with primary adrenal insufficiency is useful to provide genetic counselling.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Type of study:
Prognostic study
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian Pediatr
Year:
2016
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Article
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