Acute laryngotracheobronchitis and associated transient hyperphosphatasemia: a new case of transient hyperphosphatasemia in early childhood.
| Τίτλος | Acute laryngotracheobronchitis and associated transient hyperphosphatasemia: a new case of transient hyperphosphatasemia in early childhood. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2006 |
| Authors | Eboriadou, M., Skouli G., Panagopoulou P., Haidopoulou K., Makedou A., & Varlamis G. |
| Journal | J Paediatr Child Health |
| Volume | 42 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pagination | 149-50 |
| Date Published | 2006 Mar |
| ISSN | 1034-4810 |
| Λέξεις κλειδιά | Alkaline Phosphatase, Budesonide, Croup, Glucocorticoids, Humans, Infant, Isoenzymes, Male, Methylprednisolone, Nebulizers and Vaporizers, Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders, Treatment Outcome |
| Abstract | We report the case of a 20-month old boy with markedly elevated serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) levels, documented during an episode of acute laryngotracheobronchitis. Biochemical investigations and imaging studies revealed no evidence of bone or liver disease. Transient hyperphosphatasemia (TH) was confirmed when serum ALP levels normalized within 2 months. Several theories were suggested for TH pathophysiology, viral infections among them; the exact causes, however, remain unclear. It is important to recognize TH and avoid misdiagnosis and unnecessary investigations. |
| DOI | 10.1111/j.1440-1754.2006.00817.x |
| Alternate Journal | J Paediatr Child Health |
| PubMed ID | 16509919 |
