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- Title
Monogenic hypertriglyceridemia and recurrent pancreatitis in a homozygous carrier of a rare APOA5 mutation: a case report.
- Authors
Makhmudova, Umidakhon; Schulze, P. Christian; Lorkowski, Stefan; März, Winfried; Geiling, J.-A.; Weingärtner, Oliver
- Abstract
Background: Homozygous mutations in the APOA5 gene constitute a rare cause of monogenic hypertriglyceridemia, or familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS). We searched PubMed and identified 16 cases of homozygous mutations in the APOA5 gene. Severe hypertriglyceridemia related to monogenic mutations in triglyceride-regulating genes can cause recurrent acute pancreatitis. Standard therapeutic approaches for managing this condition typically include dietary interventions, fibrates, and omega-3-fatty acids. A novel therapeutic approach, antisense oligonucleotide volanesorsen is approved for use in patients with FCS. Case presentation: We report a case of a 25-years old Afghani male presenting with acute pancreatitis due to severe hypertriglyceridemia up to 29.8 mmol/L caused by homozygosity in APOA5 (c.427delC, p.Arg143Alafs*57). A low-fat diet enriched with medium-chain TG (MCT) oil and fibrate therapy did not prevent recurrent relapses, and volanesorsen was initiated. Volanesorsen resulted in almost normalized triglyceride levels. No further relapses of acute pancreatitis occurred. Patient reported an improve life quality due to alleviated chronic abdominal pain and headaches. Conclusions: Our case reports a rare yet potentially life-threatening condition—monogenic hypertriglyceridemia-induced acute pancreatitis. The implementation of the antisense drug volanesorsen resulted in improved triglyceride levels, alleviated symptoms, and enhanced the quality of life.
- Subjects
HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA; PANCREATITIS; LOW-fat diet; THERAPEUTICS; ABDOMINAL pain; CHRONIC pancreatitis
- Publication
Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2024, Vol 18, p1
- ISSN
1752-1947
- Publication type
Case Study
- DOI
10.1186/s13256-024-04532-0