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Neonatal hyperinsulinism--surgical and pathologic considerations

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    Infantile hyperinsulinism, often due to islet-cell dysmaturation syndrome, requires prompt treatment. Surgery, like 85% pancreatectomy, is vital when medical therapies fail to prevent hypoglycemia and potential brain damage.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Endocrinology
    • Surgical Gastroenterology
    • Neonatal Medicine

    Background:

    • Infantile hyperinsulinism frequently stems from islet-cell dysmaturation syndrome.
    • This condition causes persistent hypoglycemia due to inappropriate insulin secretion.
    • Central nervous system damage is a risk if hypoglycemia is not managed promptly.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report on the management and outcomes of nine infants with hyperinsulinism.
    • To evaluate the effectiveness of medical and surgical interventions.
    • To assess the long-term neurological impact of treatment.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of nine infant cases with hyperinsulinism.
    • Analysis of medical management including glucose infusion, feeding, and diazoxide.

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  • Evaluation of surgical intervention: 85% subtotal pancreatectomy with spleen preservation.

    • Main Results:

    • Two patients achieved disease control with medical measures alone; one had delayed treatment and mild mental retardation.
    • Seven patients underwent 85% pancreatectomy; two required further pancreatic resection (7.5% or total pancreatectomy).
    • One patient died postoperatively from gastric perforation; no residual brain damage was observed in surgically treated survivors.

    Conclusions:

    • Early and aggressive management is crucial for infantile hyperinsulinism.
    • Subtotal pancreatectomy is an effective treatment when medical therapy fails.
    • Surgical intervention, even extensive, can prevent neurological deficits associated with hypoglycemia.