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[Arhinencephaly detected by a pitressin-sensitive diabetes insipidus]
Archives Francaises De Pediatrie
|November 1, 1978
Insights
A 4-month-old infant with facial malformations experienced severe hypernatremia due to diabetes insipidus. A low osmotic diet, increased water intake, and hydrochlorothiazide successfully normalized sodium levels and promoted growth.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Endocrinology
- Genetics
Background:
- Congenital disorders affecting antidiuretic hormone (ADH) secretion can lead to severe hypernatremia in infants.
- Cerebral malformations are sometimes associated with endocrine dysfunction.
Observation:
- A 4-month-old infant presented with significant facial dysmorphism and severe hypernatremia.
- The hypernatremia was attributed to central diabetes insipidus resulting from a disorder in ADH secretion, linked to underlying cerebral malformations.
Findings:
- Clofibrate, a medication sometimes used for diabetes insipidus, proved ineffective in managing the infant's hypernatremia.
- A therapeutic regimen combining a low osmotic residue diet, increased fluid intake, and hydrochlorothiazide administration normalized serum sodium levels.
- Following treatment, the infant's growth trajectory resumed, indicating successful management of the condition.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and tailored management strategies for congenital hypernatremia secondary to ADH secretion disorders.
- A multi-faceted approach involving dietary modification, hydration, and specific pharmacotherapy (hydrochlorothiazide) can be effective when traditional treatments fail.
- Successful management is crucial for normalizing physiological parameters and supporting normal growth and development in affected infants.
Abstract:
A 4-month old child presented with facial malformations and severe hypernatremia. Hypernatremia was secondary to diabetes insipidus due to a disorder of ADH secretion, associated with cerebral malformations. Clofibrate treatment was ineffective. However, after the patient was treated by a low osmotic residue diet, an increased water-intake and hydrochlorothiazide, natremia became normal and growth resumed.