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).

Postprandial hyperglycemia

An increased concentration of glucose in the blood following a meal.


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PMID (PMCID)
17849153
MALE Child
Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome: medullary sponge kidney, a new component.
Harris AM, Hall B, Kriss VM, Fowlkes JL, Kiessling SG.
Pediatr Nephrol. 2007;22(12):2141-4.
Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by severe insulin resistance, extreme hyperinsulinemia, postprandial hyperglycemia, growth retardation, and dysmorphisms.