Reversible hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in congenital hyperinsulinism.

M Massin, G Van Elmbt, D Soyeur

PubMed · 1999 · 11 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

A neonate with congenital focal hyperinsulinism developed hypertrophic cardiomyopathy that progressed until partial pancreatectomy was performed. Surgery was followed by complete resolution of the condition. Hyperinsulinism may be a cause of treatable cardiomyopathy.