Acrodermatitis Enteropathica-Like Skin Eruption With Neonatal Seizures in a Child With Biotinidase Deficiency
July 2019
in “
Clinical and experimental dermatology
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TLDR Early diagnosis and biotin treatment are crucial for infants with biotinidase deficiency to prevent severe complications.
The document described a case of a child presenting with acrodermatitis enteropathica-like skin eruptions and neonatal seizures, which was diagnosed as biotinidase deficiency. This condition is a rare metabolic disorder that can lead to severe neurological and dermatological symptoms if untreated. The case highlighted the importance of early diagnosis and treatment with biotin supplementation to prevent potentially life-threatening complications. The study underscored the need for awareness among clinicians to consider biotinidase deficiency in infants with similar clinical presentations.