Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis Associated with Celiac Disease and Thyroiditis.
Indian Pediatr
;
2016 Nov; 53(11): 1013-1014
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ABSTRACT
Background:
Association of distal renal tubular acidosis (RTA) with autoimmune diseases is extremely rare in children.Case Characteristics 12-year-old girl with distal RTA. Despite resolution of acidosis on bicarbonate, she continued to have poor growth and delayed puberty. Investigations revealed autoimmune thyroiditis and celiac disease.Outcome:
Levothyroxine and gluten-free diet were initiated. Child gained height and weight and had onset of puberty after gluten withdrawal. Messages Distal RTA in children may rarely be of autoimmune etiology.
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Indian Pediatr
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2016
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