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Hypoglycaemia associated with severe kwashiorkor

N Buchanan, G Moodley, C Eyberg

    South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
    |August 28, 1976
    PubMed
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    Severe kwashiorkor impairs the body's ability to break down glycogen for energy, leading to low blood sugar. This may be due to pancreatic issues or insufficient nerve stimulation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Pediatrics
    • Endocrinology

    Background:

    • Severe kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition characterized by edema and other clinical signs.
    • Hypoglycemia is a common complication in severe malnutrition, but its underlying mechanisms are not fully understood.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the causes of hypoglycemia in children with severe kwashiorkor.
    • To explore the role of glycogen metabolism and hormonal regulation in this condition.

    Main Methods:

    • Assessed hepatic glycogen stores.
    • Measured plasma glucagon levels.
    • Correlated findings with the clinical presentation of hypoglycemia.

    Main Results:

    • Significant hepatic glycogen stores were observed, indicating impaired glycogenolysis.
    • Plasma glucagon levels were found to be relatively low in affected children.

    Conclusions:

    • Impaired glycogenolysis contributes to hypoglycemia in severe kwashiorkor.
    • Low plasma glucagon may result from pancreatic alpha-cell dysfunction or inadequate sympathetic nervous system activity.

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