Abstract

RUEDA, Darío A. et al. Type 1 diabetes and subcutaneous insulin resistance syndrome treated with pancreas transplantation. Medicina (B. Aires) [online]. 2021, vol.81, n.5, pp.843-845. ISSN 0025-7680.

We present a case of subcutaneous insulin resistance syndrome, a rare entity, consisting of subcutaneous and intramuscular insulin resistance, with normal or almost normal sensitivity to insulin when administered intravenously. Its cause is unknown and its treatment is challenging. Our patient required a pancreas transplant.

Keywords : Insulin resistance; Diabetes mellitus type 1; Pancreas transplantation.

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