Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a common microvascular complication of diabetes mellitus, leading to visual impairment among individuals of working age. Optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) has been developed to visualize the retinal microvasculature and choriocapillaris based on the motion contrast of circulating blood cells.Purpose: To investigate the qualitative microvascular changes in retinal vascular plexuses and choriocapilla...

Introduction: The chrono-type, intrinsic to each individual, is the tendency of an individual to prefer activities carried out in the morning or evening. The aim of our study was to determine the chronotype of our obese patients.Materials and methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study involving obese adults consulting the service of Endocrinology of Sfax, Hedi Chaker University Hospital, during the period extending from December 2022 until Marc...

Background and Aim: Besides its religious aspect, Ramadan Fasting (RF) represents a significant cultural affirmation practice for Muslim patients with diabetes. Despite the health risks related to this ritual, many Muslims with diabetes continue to fast against medical advice. This study aims to analyze the effect of RF contraindication on the self-esteem of Muslim patients with diabetes.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study involving 25 Muslim p...

Background and Aim: Multiple studies support that chronic glycemic imbalance has deleterious effects on microcirculation. It is the central physiopathological factor in the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and several ophthalmologic complications in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study aims to assess the peculiarities of eye complications in patients with diabetes and CKD.Methods: We conducted a descriptive study including...

Background and Aim: Ramadan-specific diabetes education (RDE) is fundamental to achieving safe fasting. During RDE sessions, healthcare providers should perform a risk assessment based on the patient’s medical status and his glycemic self-managing competence. This study aims to appraise the educational skills of diabetic patients intending to fast.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional descriptive study including 35 diabetic patients who attended t...

Introduction: Pediatric intracranial hypertension (PIH) refers to increased pressure within the skull in children. While it is less common than in adults, hormonal factors can play a role in certain cases. Changes in hormone levels during puberty, particularly in girls, may contribute to this condition. This form is sometimes referred to as Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension of Adolescence. We report a case of bilateral papilledema revealing idiopathic intracranial hypertens...

Introduction: Pituitary adenomas are common, and their impact on visual function is often significant, given the intimate relationship between the anterior pituitary and the optic pathways. Ocular symptoms may be indicative. Compressive optic neuropathy and oculomotor paralysis present a diagnostic challenge. This report details four cases where ocular manifestations played an essential role in establishing the diagnosis of pituitary macroadenomas.Observ...

Introduction & Objective: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is an inflammatory skin condition which predominantly affects women of childbearing age. Various metabolic and endocrine comorbidities can be associated with HS. The aim of this study was to evaluate the association of HS with male and female infertility.Materials and Methods: We conducted a retrospective study between January 2012 and December 2022 enrolling all cases of HS in our dermatology d...

Introduction: Thyroid eye disease (TED) is the major extra-thyroidal manifestation of Graves’ disease (GD). The delayed onset of TED after hyperthyroidism resolution and the decline in TRAb levels is a rare occurrence, necessitating the exclusion of other underlying orbital inflammatory diseases.Case Report: A 59-year-old non-smoking female patient presented with thyrotoxicosis symptoms (fatigue, palpitations, resting tremors) persisting for three m...

Introduction: We report a case of pupil sparing third nerve palsy caused by diabetes. Case Presentation: A 68-year-old woman consulted for acute left upper lid ptosis appeared since 2 days ago. The patient complained of blurred vision and periorbital pain. No history of head trauma or infection was reported. The patient has been diagnosed with type II diabetes mellitus and arterial hypertension since 15 years. Ophthalmological examination revealed comple...