Hyperinsulinism due to UCP2 deficiency
Hyperinsulinism due to UCP2 deficiency
Definition
HyHyperinsulism due to UCP2 deficiency (HIUCP2) is a form of diazoxide-sensitive diffuse hyperinsulinism (DHI) characterized by hypoglycemic episodes from the neonatal period, a good clinical response to diazoxide and a probable transient nature of the disease with spontaneous resolution.
Also known as hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia due to UCP2 deficiency — per MONDO