ESPE Abstracts

Introduction: Co-existence of congenital hypopituitarism and congenital hyperinsulinemia is extremely rare. We present a case of congenital hypopituitarism and hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia with a novel FOXA2 mutation.Case: A 22-month-old girl was referred to pediatric endocrinology due to short stature. She was the first child of healthy, non-consanguineous parents with no relevant family history. Delivery was by cesarean secti...

Introduction & Aim: Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) stems from ABCD1 gene mutations, affecting very long-chain fatty acid (VLCFA) metabolism, leading to VLCFA accumulation in tissues. The variable clinical spectrum of ALD underscores the need for early detection to optimize management with pre-emptive treatments. Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) offers curative potential, while symptom management aims to slow progression. We present cases...

Introduction: Pituitary adenomas, while rare in the pediatric population, pose significant challenges in terms of diagnosis and treatment despite their generally benign nature. The aimof this study was to elucidate the clinical features, hormonal profiles, and therapeutic interventions employed in the management of prolactinoma in a pediatric cohort.Methods: This study included children <18 years diagnosed with prolac...