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[Gestational diabetes insipidus].

Ulla D Hansen1, Steen J Bonnema

  • 1Gynaekologisk/obstetrisk afdeling, Odense Universitetshospital, DK-5000 Odense C. udh@dadlnet.dk

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|November 6, 2002
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Transient diabetes insipidus during pregnancy causes excessive thirst and urination. This rare condition, linked to pre-eclampsia, typically resolves after delivery.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics
  • Endocrinology
  • Reproductive Medicine

Background:

  • Transient diabetes insipidus is a rare pregnancy complication.
  • Characterized by excessive thirst (polydipsia) and excessive urination (polyuria).
  • Often associated with pre-eclampsia, a serious pregnancy disorder.

Observation:

  • A case of transient diabetes insipidus in late pregnancy is presented.
  • Symptoms included significant thirst and polyuria.
  • Patient also exhibited signs consistent with pre-eclampsia.

Findings:

  • The likely cause is increased vasopressinase activity during pregnancy.
  • Vasopressinase, an enzyme, degrades antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
  • This leads to impaired water reabsorption by the kidneys.

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Implications:

  • Suspected cases require prompt referral to specialized obstetric centers.
  • Termination of pregnancy may be recommended in severe cases.
  • The condition typically resolves spontaneously within days postpartum.