Endocrine Abstracts

Background: We would like to present a case of pancreatic encephalopathy induced by DKA induced hypertriglyceridemia. The triad of acute pancreatitis, hypertriglyceridemia and diabetes is a rare occurrence. Through our case we aim to highlight the importance of making an early diagnosis as a delay in diagnosis can worsen outcomes.Case history: We present the case of a 51 year old Type 2 Diabetic non compliant with her medications who was admitted to the ...

Sarcoidosis is a granulomatous multi-systemdisorder of unknown ethology. It has a higher prevalence in Northern Europe and the UK. Neurosarcoidosis is a relatively less common, but serious complication of sarcoidosis. CASE: A 48 year old man presented to the hospital with intermittent fever, and neck pain and stiffness, of six weeksduration. This was associated with excessive tiredness, loss of libido, decreased appetite, and unintentional weight loss of two stone over a perio...