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Hypercalcaemia and hypertransaminasaemia in a child with hyperthyroidism.
1Department of Paediatrics, Caritas Medical Centre, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China. jerihui2000@yahoo.com.hk
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
|October 8, 2004
Summary
Hyperthyroidism in children can cause high calcium and liver enzymes. Monitoring these levels is crucial as they improve when thyroid function normalizes.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Endocrinology
- Clinical Biochemistry
Background:
- Hyperthyroidism is common in adults, often presenting with hypercalcemia and hypertransaminasemia.
- These biochemical abnormalities are rarely documented in pediatric hyperthyroidism cases.
Observation:
- A 4-year-old girl with hyperthyroidism presented with concurrent hypercalcemia and hypertransaminasemia.
- These abnormal laboratory findings were observed alongside the hyperthyroid state.
Findings:
- The patient's serum calcium and liver function tests normalized after achieving a euthyroid state.
- This suggests a direct link between thyroid hormone levels and these metabolic derangements in children.
Implications:
- Routine monitoring of serum calcium and liver function is recommended for pediatric patients diagnosed with hyperthyroidism.
- Early detection and management can prevent potential complications associated with these findings.