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A Novel Mutation Causing Primary Hypoaldosteronism In a Term Neonate: Case report

dr anushaWritten by dr anusha Published On 2022-01-15T15:00:41+05:30  |  Updated On 2022-01-15T11:00:52+05:30
A Novel Mutation Causing Primary Hypoaldosteronism In a Term Neonate: Case report

A team of neonatologists from Fernandez Hospital,Hyderabad reported an interesting case of primary hypoaldosteronism as a consequence of rare gene deletion.A nine day old term neonate, delivered at 39 weeks gestation presented to out-patient department with jaundice and excessive weight loss(9.7%). On detailed examination child was hemodynamically stable and there were no physical anomalies...

A team of neonatologists from Fernandez Hospital,Hyderabad reported an interesting case of primary hypoaldosteronism as a consequence of rare gene deletion.

A nine day old term neonate, delivered at 39 weeks gestation presented to out-patient department with jaundice and excessive weight loss(9.7%). On detailed examination child was hemodynamically stable and there were no physical anomalies or dysmorphism. Though jaundice disappeared within 36 hours after initiation of phototherapy, child continued to lose weight by day 11. Obstretic history included one abortion in 1st trimester and a healthy living male child. Mother had deranged blood sugar at 36 weeks gestations and late onset polyhydromnios at 38 weeks. It was normal vaginal delivery with birth weight of 3.82kg.Child was discharged on day 4 of life with established brestfeeding and mother had good lactation at home, also child was diuresing well. As baby had continued weight loss, child was admitted for evaluation.

Investigations revealed hyponatremia(124mEq/L) , hyperkalemia(6.9mEq/L) and normal blood cell counts,CRP,blood gas and urine analysis. Urine culture revealed growth of Escherichia coli. Genitalia, skin pigmentation, blood pressure, urine output and blood sugar were normal. The possibilities considered were salt wasting congenital adrenal hyperplasia, adrenal hypoplasia/hemorrhage, and type 4 renal tubular acidosis. Baby was started on maintenance IV fluids, sodium correction and anti-hyperkalemic measures. With continued treatment baby had worsening hyponatremia,hyperkalemia and new onset normal anion gap metabolic acidosis and natriuesis mimicking type IV renal tubular acidosis.

On extensive evaluation,ultrasound of adrenals, expanded newborn screening, 17-hydroxy progesterone, testosterone, dehydroepiandrosterone and cortisol levels were normal, and an appropriate response was noted with ACTH stimulation test, ruling out the possibility of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) and other structural adrenal pathologies. Decreased aldosterone activity was suggested by low transtubular potassium gradient and an elevated urinary pH. Aldosterone level was low (4.05 ng/dL; normal: 5-90 ng/dL) and plasma renin activity was high (>120 ng/mL/h; normal range: 2-35 ng/mL/h), indicating a possibility of primary hypoaldosteronism.

Whole exome sequencing revealed a novel heterozygous contiguous deletion of 3 kb involving exons 5-9 of CYP11B2 gene at chromosome 8 that results in corticosterone methyl oxidase type I and II deficiency, conclusive of aldosterone synthase deficiency (ASD) (primary hypoaldosteronism).While most cmmon mutations include missense or non-sense, a deletion was noted in this case.The child was continued on sodium and bicarbonate supplements, and fludrocortisone was initiated. Following this, the child started gaining weight, with normalization of electrolytes and was discharged on day 28 of life.

Parents were counseled regarding risk of recurrence and the need for antenatal diagnosis in future. At last follow-up, at 3½ months of age, child was on fludrocortisone and sodium supplements, with good weight gain (5.4 kg), and normal serum electrolytes (Na-131 mEq/L and K-5.1 mEq/L).

Authors conclude-" Diagnostic approach to excess weight with abnormal electrolytes in a neonate includes tests that primarily rule out congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency;while X-linked adrenal hypoplasia congenita, ASD and aldosterone resistance pseudohypoaldosteronism, PHA) are the other less common causes."

Source:IAP journal


weight loss in neonate primary hypoaldosteronism jaundice in neonate IAP journal 
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