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Hypoglycaemia is a paediatric endocrine emergency requiring prompt action. A delay in recognition and treatment can result in brain injury and lifelong neurodisability. Severe and recurrent hypoglycaemia is likely to be caused by excess and unregulated insulin release in Congenital Hyperinsulinism (CHI), but other causes such as Adrenal Insufficiency should also be considered. The treatment of CHI can be difficult and complex and calls for a networked approach in conjunction w...