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Hypoglycaemic seizure and neonatal acute adrenal insufficiency after maternal exposure to prednisone during pregnancy: a case report.

Authors :
Saulnier PJ
Piguel X
Perault-Pochat MC
Csizmadia-Bremaud C
Saulnier JP
Source :
European journal of pediatrics [Eur J Pediatr] 2010 Jun; Vol. 169 (6), pp. 763-5. Date of Electronic Publication: 2009 Nov 10.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

Neonatal acute adrenal insufficiency (AAI) is a rare but severe condition. We report a case of AAI following maternal exposure to moderate doses of corticosteroids during pregnancy. The neonate, born at term, presented with hypoglycaemia complicated by seizures. The AAI was confirmed by endocrine tests and after exclusion of differential diagnoses. Early diagnosis and treatment led to full recovery.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1432-1076
Volume :
169
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
European journal of pediatrics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
19902248
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00431-009-1095-9