ESPE Abstracts

Background: Cystic fibrosis related diabetes (CFRD) is one of the most common complications of CF. CFRD has great impact on progressive deterioration of lung function, poor growth and increased mortality. The need for early detection of disturbance in glucose metabolism was recognized long ago. Current recommendations include screening that begins at age of 10 by performing oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) but it cannot reveal the initial glucose disturbances. Many centres a...

Background: The definition of Cushing disease (CD) is hypercortisolism caused by excess adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) secretion by a pituitary corticotrope adenoma. It is extremely rare in the pediatric population and requires rapid diagnosis and early management.Case presentation: A 14-year old boy was hospitalized because of sudden onset of chest pain, loss of consciousness, elevated cardio-specific enzymes, and s...