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Subcutaneous fat necrosis with hypercalcemia.

M Vijayakumar1, N Prahlad, B R Nammalwar

  • 1Department of Pediatric Nephrology and Neonatology, Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital, Chennai 600 034, Tamilnadu, India. drmvk@vsnl.net

Indian Pediatrics
|May 3, 2006
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Subcutaneous fat necrosis of the newborn (SCFN) is a rare condition that can cause hypercalcemia. This case study details the management of a neonate with SCFN, hypercalcemia, and nephrocalcinosis.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Subcutaneous fat necrosis of the newborn (SCFN) is a rare panniculitis affecting neonates.
  • Hypercalcemia is a potential complication of SCFN, requiring careful management.
  • Nephrocalcinosis can occur secondary to hypercalcemia in neonates.

Observation:

  • A 28-day-old neonate presented with clinical signs of SCFN.
  • Laboratory investigations revealed significant hypercalcemia.
  • Renal ultrasound confirmed the presence of nephrocalcinosis.

Findings:

  • The neonate's hypercalcemia and SCFN were successfully managed with a multi-faceted treatment approach.
  • Treatment included intravenous saline, furosemide, oral prednisolone, potassium citrate, and etidronate.

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  • This combination therapy effectively addressed both the hypercalcemia and the underlying SCFN.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing hypercalcemia associated with SCFN.
    • The described therapeutic regimen offers a potential strategy for similar complex neonatal cases.
    • Further research into optimal treatment protocols for SCFN-associated hypercalcemia is warranted.