Severe Hypocalcemia in a Patient with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
- Author:
Kipyo KIM
1
;
Sejoong KIM
;
Ki Young NA
;
Dong Wan CHAE
;
Ho Jun CHIN
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Electrolytes & Blood Pressure 2019;17(1):21-24
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder affecting multiple organs, including the brain, skin, lung, and kidney. Among the multiple comorbidities in TSC, bone mineral disturbances remain relatively unrecognized, and only a few studies have reported alteration in calcium homeostasis. Hypocalcemia is a serious medical condition in patients with TSC who are at high risk for seizures. Therefore, hypocalcemia should be thoroughly evaluated by obtaining a history of associated medication use and measuring vitamin D levels. Here, we report the case of a patient with TSC who presented with severe hypocalcemia which may have been related to a history of anticonvulsant use and a recent decline in kidney function, and was successfully treated with calcium and vitamin D replacement.
