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Intestinal enterokinase deficiency

G F Follett, T H Macdonald

    Acta Paediatrica Scandinavica
    |September 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Intestinal enterokinase deficiency causes failure to thrive, diarrhea, and anemia. A neonatal case presented atypically, highlighting diagnostic challenges.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology
    • Genetics

    Background:

    • Intestinal enterokinase (IE) is crucial for activating pancreatic proteases.
    • IE deficiency leads to malabsorption, failure to thrive, and protein-losing enteropathy.
    • Typical symptoms include diarrhea, anemia, hypoproteinemia, and edema.

    Observation:

    • A rare case of IE deficiency presenting in the neonatal period is described.
    • This case exhibited atypical features, lacking several characteristic signs of the condition.
    • Diagnostic challenges and assay methodologies for IE deficiency were encountered.

    Findings:

    • The neonatal case of IE deficiency presented with a modified clinical phenotype.
    • Variability in clinical presentation underscores the complexity of diagnosing rare genetic disorders.

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  • Specific diagnostic assays are essential for confirming IE deficiency.

    • Implications:

    • Early diagnosis of IE deficiency is critical for timely intervention and improved outcomes.
    • Understanding atypical presentations aids in recognizing this rare condition in neonates.
    • Further research into IE function and its clinical spectrum is warranted.