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Neonatal diabetes mellitus in first cousins
P M Mathew1, R W Hann, J A Hamdan
1Department of Pediatrics, Dhahran Health Center, Saudi Arabia.
Clinical Pediatrics
|May 1, 1988
Summary
Genetic factors may influence neonatal diabetes mellitus outcomes. This report details two cousins, one with transient and another with permanent diabetes, highlighting the need for further genetic research in neonatal diabetes.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Genetics
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Neonatal diabetes mellitus (NDM) is a rare condition requiring early diagnosis and management.
- Understanding the etiological factors and prognostic indicators in NDM is crucial for patient care.