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ea0049ep466 | Diabetes (to include epidemiology, pathophysiology) | ECE2017

Type B insulin resistance syndrome in a patient with connective tissue disease

Lebkowska Agnieszka , Krentowska Anna , Adamska Agnieszka , Piasecka Beata , Lipinska Danuta , Kowal-Bielecka Otylia , Semple Robert , Gorska Maria , Kowalska Irina

Introduction: Type B insulin resistance syndrome is an autoimmune disorder characterized by the production of autoantibodies against the insulin receptor. It leads to glucose metabolism disorders, extreme insulin resistance, hyperandrogenism and is associated with other features of autoimmunity.Case report: A 27-year-old man, with a 2-years history of psoriasis, was admitted to our Department because of loss of weight (20 kg in 1 year) and fatigue. He al...