NISCH syndrome with hypothyroxinemia
Journal Title: Annals of Hepatology - Year 2010, Vol 9, Issue 3
Abstract
Neonatal Ichthyosis Sclerosing Cholangitis (NISCH) syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive condition characterized by ichthyosis, sclerosing cholangitis and alopecia. Only 5 patients have been described till now. We report a patient presenting with clinical characteristics of NISCH syndrome and hypothyroxinemia.
Authors and Affiliations
Susmita Bhatnagar
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