hrp0086p2-p188 | Bone & Mineral Metabolism P2 | ESPE2016

The Unexpected Cause of Vitamin D Deficiency in a Resource Limited Setting: A Rare Case Report of Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia

Joel Dipesalema , Gabaake One , Nchingane Seeletso , Mazhani Loeto

Background: Vitamin D deficiency is a common problem in paediatrics caused by a number of factors ranging from malnutrition, limited exposure to sunlight, chronic illness and chronic medications.Objective and hypotheses: We report on a rare case of Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia (PIL) presenting in a tertiary centre in Botswana with Vitamin D deficiency and failure to thrive.Method: A 2 m...