Adrenal Cortical Insufficency Flashcards
1
Q
Whats the most common and its pathophysiology?
A
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
AR condition with 90% having def of enzyme 21-hydroxylase
2
Q
Clinical features of CAH?
A
Ambiguous genitalia in females and enlarged dark penis in males
Salt loosing adrenal crisis in 80% at 1-3w
Precocious puberty
3
Q
Diagnosis?
A
High 17alpha-hydroxyprogesteron in the blood
In salt loosers 4
4
Q
Mx?
A
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