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[Albright's hereditary osteodystrophy: a case study].

Laila Tami¹, Chaima Rherib¹, Kanza Chefchaouni¹

¹Service de Néonatologie, Centre National de Référence en Néonatologie et en Nutrition, Hôpital d'Enfants, Rabat, CHU Ibn-Sina, Maroc.

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Summary

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Albright's hereditary osteodystrophy is a rare genetic disorder causing abnormal calcium and phosphate levels due to parathyroid hormone resistance. This case highlights the clinical, genetic, and therapeutic aspects of this condition in an infant.

Keywords:

Albright's hereditary osteodystrophy calcifications hypocalcaemia phosphocalcic balance

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Area of Science:

Endocrinology
Genetics
Pediatrics

Background:

Albright's hereditary osteodystrophy (AHO) is a rare genetic disorder.
Characterized by phosphocalcic balance abnormalities and resistance to parathyroid hormone.
Inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern due to GNAS gene mutations.

Observation:

A 9-month-old infant presented with significant hypocalcemia from 10 days of life.
The infant exhibited the characteristic morphotype and biochemical findings of AHO.
This case underscores the importance of early diagnosis and management.

Findings:

Confirmed diagnosis of Albright's hereditary osteodystrophy.
Demonstrated peripheral resistance to parathyroid hormone.
Identified specific morphotype and subcutaneous calcifications.

Implications:

Highlights the clinical variability of AHO.
Emphasizes the need for increased clinician awareness of AHO.
Reinforces the importance of genetic testing and multidisciplinary management for AHO patients.