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Ocular palsies in children with diabetes mellitus

J A Grunt, R L Destro, L W Hamtil

    Diabetes
    |May 1, 1976
    PubMed

    Insights

    Sudden ocular palsies in children may indicate diabetes mellitus. Early examination for this condition is recommended, as recovery times vary, with some cases requiring surgery.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Neurology
    • Endocrinology

    Background:

    • Ocular palsies can present in children with various underlying causes.
    • Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder with potential systemic complications.

    Observation:

    • Three pediatric cases of sudden onset ocular palsies were analyzed.
    • Two patients had insulin-requiring diabetes; one had an abnormal intravenous glucose tolerance test.

    Findings:

    • Resolution times for ocular palsies varied significantly among the patients.
    • One case resolved in four weeks, another persisted for 21 months, and a third required surgical intervention after seven months.

    Implications:

    • Sudden ocular palsy in children warrants investigation for underlying diabetes mellitus.
    • Prompt diagnosis and management of diabetes may influence ocular motility recovery.
    • This highlights the importance of a comprehensive metabolic workup for new-onset neurological deficits in pediatric patients.

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