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Recurrent Hypoglycaemia Leading to Early Diagnosis of Septo‐Optic Dysplasia in a Small‐for‐Gestational‐Age Infant—A Case Report

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Septo-optic dysplasia (SOD) is a rare condition with highly heterogenous clinical manifestations and can be a diagnostic challenge. It can present with pituitary hormone deficiencies, growth failure, visual impairment, and neurological symptoms. SOD can be diagnosed at different time points-from the prenatal period to childhood. Our team cared for a baby girl who presented with recurrent hypoglycaemia, conjugated hyperbilirubinemia, and hormonal deficiencies, prompting investigations that resulted in an early diagnosis of SOD. This case report highlights the importance of considering neuroimaging to exclude septo-optic dysplasia in term infants with recurrent hypoglycaemia, low cortisol, and growth hormone levels, as timely diagnosis with early hormone replacement reduces long-term morbidities.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71985

Authors: Yuan Rui Leon Tan, Xiaoao Dong, Ngee Lek, Suresh Chandran, Odattil Geetha

Institutions: KK Women's and Children's Hospital, National University of Singapore, SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medical Centre, Duke-NUS Medical School

Language: English

Topic: Fetal and Pediatric Neurological Disorders

Subfield: Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820