Conn's Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
Conn’s Syndrome Pathology
A
Hypersecretion of aldosterone
- Increases sodium retention in nephron
2
Q
Conn’s Syndrome Aetiology
A
- Functioning adrenal adenoma
- Bilateral idiopathic hyperplasia
3
Q
Conn’s Syndrome Symptoms
A
- Asymptomatic
- Muscular weakness
- Tingling
- Spasms
- Hypertension
- Headaches
4
Q
Conn’s Syndrome Investigations
A
Screening:
Plasma aldosterone: plasma renin activity (ratio)
- >20
5
Q
Conn’s Syndrome Management
A
- Surgical resection
- Aldosterone antagonist drugs
- Low salt diet
