Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common and increasing complication, concerning 2–17% of pregnancies [1]. This glucose intolerance often resolves after delivery, and rarely becomes permanent type 2 diabetes, exceptionally type 1 diabetes (T1D). We present a case of a patient with GDM, which unexpectedly revealed T1D. Case report: A 33-year-old woman consulted for GDM. Her family medical history includes hypothyroidism in her ma...

Introduction: Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a progressive autoimmune disease, the diagnosis is obvious in classic forms. However, misleading forms are possible, sometimes leading to inappropriate treatment. We report the case of two type 1 diabetic patients who were treated for years with oral hypoglycemic drugs.Case report: Patient 1: Mr. M, aged 34, with a family medical history of type 2 diabetes (T2D), was diagnosed with diabetes revealed by a polyurea-po...

Background: Marine-Lenhart syndrome (MLS) is defined by the coexistence of Graves’ disease and a hyperactive nodule or multinodular goiter. Although rare, its diagnosis by functional imaging coupled with ultrasound is necessary in order to propose a radical treatment. We report the case of a patient followed for hyperthyroidism related to a SML.Case presentation: A 52-year-old patient consulted for a picture of thyrotoxicosis associating tremor, wei...

Introduction: Diabetic foot wounds (DFW) are one of the most challenging complications of diabetes. DFW is one of the leading causes of foot ulceration and amputation in patients with diabetes mellitus. Then, a multidisciplinary approach is of a great importance in the prevention and management of DFW. Healthcare personnel, particularly nurses, have an important role in this process. The objective of our study was to evaluate nurses ‘knowledge on diabetic foot wounds mana...

Introduction: Obesity is a global pandemic with adverse health implications, notably impacting quality of life, including sexuality. There is growing evidence that obesity adversely affects sexuality, not only in males but also in females. The objective of our study was to ascertain the influence of obesity on various phases and aspects of sexual activityMethods: We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study involving women who engaged in sexual inter...

Introduction: Obesity continues to rise globally, exerting a significant impact on physical, mental, and sexual health. Few studies have addressed sexual dysfunction in obese women within our Tunisian context. The objective of our study was to investigate the parameters influencing sexuality in obese and pre-obese women through a standardized assessment.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional analytical study involving women who engaged in sexual interco...

Introduction: The gluten-free diet is a challenge not only for the patient and their treating physician but also for specialists in the agro-food industry. Gluten-free breads, especially those made from corn, are reputed to be of lower quality than wheat bread. In this context, we conducted a study to test gluten-free cornbread enriched with carob (GFCEC) in terms of flavor, acceptability, and glycemic indexMethods: This is a prospective study involving ...

Introduction: The corticosurrenaloma is a rare malignant adrenal tumor with an unfavorable prognosis. The 5-year survival rate at stage IV, defined by the presence of distant secondary locations, does not exceed 28%. We report the case of a patient followed in our department for stage IV corticosurrenaloma and the challenges encountered during her managementCase report : Ms. H, a 42-year-old patient, is under our care for corticosurrenaloma. Her cancer w...

Introduction: Papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) is the most common histological form of thyroid neoplasm, increasingly diagnosed at the microcarcinoma stage (tumor diameter ≤10 mm). The majority of papillary thyroid microcarcinomas (PTMC) are not recognizable during physical exam and are commonly diagnosed fortuitously during histopathologic analysis of thyroid specimens following surgery for benign thyroid conditions. The aim of our study was to identify different clini...