[Maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY)].
Hyperglycemia is an increasing cause of consultation in Paediatrics. Diagnosis depends on the context. Under the name of diabetes numerous clinical entities are included. MODY (maturity onset diabetes of the young) is, after type 1 diabetes, the most frequent cause of diabetes in childhood. For its diagnosis, a high degree of suspicion is needed and we have to be aware of the family history.
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Departamento de Pediatría, Hospital Costa del Sol, Marbella, Málaga, España. leotapiaceb@hotmail.com
Córdoba Borras
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Picazo Angelín
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D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D003924:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D006943:Hyperglycemia / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male