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EP215 - ECE_3036 - From symptoms to sequencing: a case of hypophosphatemic osteomalacia with a novel genetic variant

Aug 2026 · European Journal of Endocrinology · Vol 195 · 0 citations

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This case describes a novel GATM variant in a patient with hypophosphatemic osteomalacia, which underscores the importance of thorough evaluation for early diagnosis and targeted management to achieve better outcomes.

Abstract

Fanconi renotubular syndrome is an uncommon group of disorders characterized by proximal tubulopathies. There are five recognized subtypes of Fanconi syndrome, designated FRTS1-5. A 40-year-old woman presented with bilateral hip pain ongoing for three years. She had sustained fractures in both legs from minor trauma three years earlier. Laboratory investigations revealed hypophosphatemia and a decreased TMP-GFR. Urinalysis showed proteinuria, calcinuria, and glucosuria. Whole-exome sequencing identified a novel heterozygous missense mutation in GATM, which was a VUS. Sanger sequencing of family members confirmed the same variant in affected relatives. She was treated with phosphorus supplements and alkali therapy. After one year of follow-up, her pain improved, and she experienced no further fractures. This case describes a novel GATM variant in a patient with hypophosphatemic osteomalacia. It underscores the importance of thorough evaluation for early diagnosis and targeted management to achieve better outcomes.

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