Thursday, February 19, 2009

Whipple's triad : Insulinoma

 
Whipple's triad : Insulinoma of the pancreas
Diagnostic features

1. Symptoms and signs of hypoglycaemia: confusion, personality changes, tachycardia, seizure, stupor, coma, focal neurologic findings.

2. Blood sugar levels below 40 mg/dL. 

3. Immediate recovery from attack following the administration of glucose.

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