Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum: An Unusual Cause of Hypertension in Child. About Three Cases Reports
Journal Title: Clinical Medical Reviews and Case Reports - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 9
Abstract
A 11-years-old boy was hospitalized for haematemesis. Clinical examination found a high blood pressure ranging at 170/90 mmHg. Renin activity was very high at 1825 mIU/l. The genetic study has identified 2 ABCC6 mutations in the composite state, what has allowed to confirm the diagnosis of PXE.
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