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- Coexistence of Pheochromocytoma and Renal Artery Stenosis in a Pediatric Patient with HypertensionPublication . Serras, I; Baeta Baptista, R; Francisco, T; Casimiro, A; Lito, D; Alves, R; Abranches, MPheochromocytoma and renal artery stenosis are surgically treatable causes of hypertension. Although rare, the coexistence of pheochromocytoma and renal artery stenosis has been described in case reports. Common pathophysiological mechanisms other than extrinsic compression may be involved in this association, such as catecholamine-induced vasospasm. The early recognition of the association of pheochromocytoma with renal artery stenosis is essential for appropriate treatment planning. We present the case of a previously healthy tenyear- old boy who presented with hypertensive encephalopathy, tachycardia and diaphoresis. Hypertension was found to be secondary to a catecholamine-producing tumor associated with coexisting renal artery stenosis. Hypertension resolved a few months after successful pheochromocytoma excision, without renal artery revascularization.
- Primary Hyperoxaluria type 1 – Two Case ReportsPublication . Ganhão, I; Borges, C; Amorim, M; Braga da Cruz, M; Nobre, S; Francisco, T; Cardoso, D; Abranches, MPrimary hyperoxaluria type 1 is a rare autosomal recessive inherited disease, caused by mutations in AGXT gene, with an estimated incidence of 1:100.000 live births per year in Europe. Over 50% present with end stage renal disease at diagnosis. Case reports: The first case is a 14‑year‑old boy, second child to consanguineous parents, with history of recurrent lithiasis and ureteral dilatation starting 5 years before. Urine/stone analysis revealed calcium oxalate monohydrate crystals and markedly elevated urine oxalate excretion. Genetic tests confirmed a mutation in AGXT gene, c.1151T>C, in homozygosity. Two years after, nephrocalcinosis was identified and glomerular filtration rate gradually declined. Oxalate deposition in solid organs was excluded and successful orthotopic liver transplantation was performed, with stabilization of glomerular filtration rate. The second case is a 16‑year‑old girl, with recurrent episodes of renal colic. At diagnosis, she had obstructive hydronephrosis, multiple kidney stones and an estimated glomerular filtration of 42.1mL/min/1.73m2. Metabolic study showed hypocitraturia and hyperoxaluria. With dietetic measures and irregular treatment, urine oxalate excretion remained high but renal function improved. Genetic tests confirmed the presence of two pathologic variants in AGXT gene: c.731T>C and c.1151T>C in compound heterozygous. Conclusions: Recurrent urolithiasis and nephrocalcinosis in children along with family history/consanguinity should raise the suspicion of Primary Hyperoxaluria type 1. Conservative treatment may increase renal survival. Effects of systemic oxalosis must be screened when glomerular filtration rate declines below 30‑50mL/ min/1.73m2, and sequential or combined liver and kidney transplantation should be considered.