Case Report: Misdiagnosis of Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young as type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes: insights from a Latin American tertiary center
Case report uncovers misdiagnosis of MODY as type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes, highlighting genetic insights.
Key Points
Identification of five patients with maturity-onset diabetes of the young indicated significant misdiagnosis among types 1, 2, and gestational diabetes.
Diagnostic delay averaged 12.2 years, pointing to deficiency in recognizing MODY in clinical settings.
Utilization of whole exome sequencing was integral for detecting genetic mutations related to MODY subtypes.
This case underscores the importance of accurate genetic testing in improving diabetes management and therapy.