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Hyperinsulinism with hypoglycemia relieved by removal of pancreatic tumor

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The American Journal of Digestive Diseases

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A case of severe hyperinsulinism relieved by removal of pancreatic tumor is reported. The excellent results obtained following the operation is the best proof we have that a solitary tumor existed. The histologic nature of the mass and its malignant possibilities are unknown.

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  1. Detroit, Mich.

    Mark J. Kuffel M.D., Daniel P. Foster M.D. & William L. Lowrie M.D.

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Department of Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan.

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Kuffel, M.J., Foster, D.P. & Lowrie, W.L. Hyperinsulinism with hypoglycemia relieved by removal of pancreatic tumor. Jour. D. D. 14, 279–281 (1947). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03001340

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