Conn's Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is Conn’s syndrome?
A
Hyperaldosteronism leading to retained sodium and increased sodium and water retention
2
Q
What causes Conn’s syndrome?
A
Adrenal adenoma
Bilateral hyperplasia
3
Q
What are the symptoms of Conn’s syndrome?
A
Hypertension
- Headaches
Hypokalaemia
4
Q
Why does Conn’s cause hypokalaemia?
A
Aldosterone causes increased K+ secretion
5
Q
Tests for suspected Conn’s syndrome?
A
Plasma aldosterone/renin activity ratio
Confirmation =
24hr urine aldosterone
CT adrenal
Upright posture test
6
Q
What is the upright posture test?
A
A huge surge of aldosterone from standing up
7
Q
What is the treatment of Conn’s syndrome?
A
Surgical resection of the tumour/unilateral adrenal
No need to start any hypertensive meds as will return to normal after surgery
