ESPE Abstracts

Introduction: Osteopetrosis (OP) is a rare genetic disorder that is characterized by abnormal osteoclast function resulting in dense bones and marrow failure. The only definitive cure for OP is stem cell transplantation (SCT). Hypercalcemia is a well described complication in children with OP undergoing SCT. This study describes the calcium profile and treatment modalities used to maintain normocalcemia in children with OP undergoing SCT.<p class="abstext"...

Aim: To study the clinical profile of Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus (NDM) at our centreObjectives: 1. To study follow-up data on growth, glycemic control2. To review genetic analysisIntroduction: NDM is rare and occurs at a frequency of 1:1,00,000. There is scarce literature on follow up of these patients although genetic data is well established (1). Developing...