Pregnancy complicated by insulinoma. Case report.

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Endocrinology
• Surgical Oncology

Background:

• Pregnancy presents unique challenges for managing endocrine disorders.
• Insulinomas, rare pancreatic tumors, can cause severe hypoglycemia.
• Management of maternal health conditions during pregnancy requires careful consideration of fetal safety.

Observation:

• A case of insulinoma diagnosed and surgically managed during pregnancy.
• Severe hypoglycemia necessitated maternal treatment with diazoxide.
• Radiographic imaging was used for tumor localization.

Findings:

• Successful surgical excision of an insulinoma during pregnancy.
• Diazoxide administration was required to manage maternal hypoglycemia.
• The pregnancy proceeded with a satisfactory outcome.

Implications:

• Diazoxide can be a viable option for managing severe hypoglycemia in pregnancy.
• Careful risk-benefit analysis is crucial when administering medications like diazoxide during gestation.
• This case underscores the importance of multidisciplinary care for pregnant patients with complex medical conditions.