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Large Artery Stroke in a Child With Hypoparathyroidism
Sumeet R Dhawan1, Sunil N Jondhale1, Jitendra K Sahu1
1Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Journal of Child Neurology
|August 16, 2014
Summary
Hypoparathyroidism is rarely linked to childhood ischemic stroke. This case highlights the importance of recognizing this association for potential stroke prevention in children.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Neurology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Hypoparathyroidism is a rare endocrine disorder characterized by insufficient parathyroid hormone production.
- Ischemic stroke in children, while uncommon, can have significant long-term consequences.
Observation:
- An 11-year-old girl presented with sudden right-sided weakness (hemiparesis).
- She had a known diagnosis of hypoparathyroidism.
Findings:
- Diagnostic imaging confirmed a large artery ischemic stroke.
- The patient's hypoparathyroidism was noted to be uncontrolled at the time of stroke presentation.
Implications:
- This case underscores a rare but critical association between hypoparathyroidism and ischemic stroke in pediatric patients.
- Awareness of this link can aid pediatricians and neurologists in early identification and potentially preventive strategies for stroke in affected children.
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