Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome

A rare syndrome that belongs to the group of extreme insulin-resistance syndromes (which also includes leprechaunism, the lipodystrophies, and the type A and B insulin resistance syndromes).

Acanthosis nigricans

A dermatosis characterized by thickened, hyperpigmented plaques, typically on the intertriginous surfaces and neck.


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PMID (PMCID)
22563226
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MALE Infant
Two novel insulin receptor gene mutations in a patient with Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome: the first Korean case confirmed by biochemical, and molecular evidence.
Kim D, Cho SY, Yeau SH, Park SW, Sohn YB, Kwon MJ, Kim JY, Ki CS, Jin DK.
J Korean Med Sci. 2012;27(5):565-8.
Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome (RMS) is a rare syndrome manifested by extreme insulin resistance with hyperinsulinemia, acanthosis nigricans, tooth dysplasia and growth retardation.