Epileptic seizures and abnormal tooth development as primary presentation of pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1B.
BMJ Case Rep
; 17(2)2024 Feb 29.
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ABSTRACT
Pseudohypoparathyroidism (PHP) is a rare genetic disorder characterised by a non-functioning PTH. Usually, the diagnosis is made following (symptomatic) hypocalcaemia. We describe a case in which epileptic seizures and abnormalities in dental development were the main clinical manifestation of PHP type 1B. This case demonstrates the importance of screening for hypocalcaemia in patients with de novo epileptic seizures. In addition, antiepileptic medications themselves may interfere with calcium-phosphate metabolism, causing or aggravating a hypocalcaemia as well. By correcting the calcium level, a resolution of these symptoms could be obtained.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Pseudo-Hipoparatireoidismo
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Epilepsia
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Hipocalcemia
Limite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
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BMJ Case Rep
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
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Bélgica