Endocrine (Exam #4) Flashcards
Overweight is…
BMI of 25% to 29.9%
Obese is…
BMI of 30+%
What waist circumference in men is associated with increased cardiometabolic risk? In women?
- 40+ inches in men
- 35+ inches in women
What condition involves chronic disease where increased body fat promotes adipose tissue dysfunction?
OBESITY
What is a negative energy balance and what is it associated with?
Obesity
- Increasing activity and decreasing calories consumed
What are the three “best diets” for obese patients?
- Mediterranean
- DASH
- Flexitarian
Intermittent fasting has been shown to promote weight loss, improve lipids, reduce BP/BS/HbA1c independent of what?
Independent of exercise
What is an important modifiable risk factor associated with obesity?
Physical activity
Physical inactivity is linked to what?
Reduced life expectancy
Who should be screened for obesity?
ALL adults
What is the recommended treatment for obesity (BMI of 30+)?
Intensive, multicomponent behavioral intervention
What are the 5 A’s of nutritional counseling? Which is the rate limiting step?
- Ask/address
- Advise
- Assess = RLS
- Assist
- Arrange
For what group is diet and exercise to prevent weight gain an appropriate treatment?
Low risk
- BMI 25-29.9 WITHOUT CVD risks or other comorbidities
For what two groups is intensive, multicomponent behavioral intervention, maybe drug therapy an appropriate treatment?
Moderate risk
- BMI 25-29.9 WITH 1+ CVD risks or other comorbidities
OR
- BMI 30-34.9
For what two groups is intensive, multicomponent behavioral intervention +/- drug therapy/bariatric an appropriate treatment?
High risk
- BMI 35-40
Very High risk
- BMI 40+
What is ALWAYS the first line treatment for obesity?
Comprehensive lifestyle changes
Which obesity drug therapy is associated with “unpleasant” GI side effects?
Orlistat (Alli)
Which obesity drug therapy may decrease absorption of fat-soluble vitamins?
Orlistat (Alli)
Which obesity drug therapy is daily SQ injection; common choice in Type II DM?
Liraglutide (Victoza)
Which obesity drug therapy is a selective Serotonin agonist?
Lorcaserin (Belviq)
Which obesity drug therapy decreases appetite?
Lorcaserin (Belviq)
Which two obesity drug therapies should NOT be used in patients with HTN, CA, hyperthyroidism?
- Phentermine/Topiramate (Qsymia)
- Phentermine
Which obesity drug therapy is most widely prescribed?
Phentermine
Which obesity drug therapy is only approved for short-term use because more AEs/potential for abuse?
Phentermine
When should bariatric surgery be considered as treatment for obesity (3)?
- BMI 40+
- BMI 35-39.9 + 1 comorbidity
- BMI 30-34.9 + uncontrolled Type II DM
How does weight loss occur with bariatric surgery (4)?
- Restriction
- Malabsorption
- Decreased appetite
- Improve metabolism
Proper bariatric care includes…
LIFELONG surveillance
What is the recommended exercise for adults (2)? What other component is recommended?
- 150-300 min/week of moderate intensity
- 75-150 min/week of vigorous intensity
PLUS muscle strengthening 2+ days/week
How does function of the anterior pituitary differ from the posterior pituitary?
BOTH secrete, but anterior pituitary also synthesizes hormones
What is the function of Luteinizing Hormone (LH) in females (2)? In males?
- Females = trigger ovulation and corpus luteum
- Males = T by Leydig cells
What is the function of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) in females? In males?
- Females = growth of ovarian follicles
- Males = formation of secondary spermatocytes
What is the function of Prolactin in females? In males?
- Females = milk production
- Males = with LH + T, increase reproductive function
What six hormones are synthesized and secreted from the anterior pituitary?
- ACTH
- TSH
- LH
- FSH
- GH
- Prolactin
What two hormones are secreted from the posterior pituitary?
- ADH
- Oxytocin (OT)
Which hormone acts via positive feedback? How does this work?
Oxytocin (OT)
- Increase uterine contractions, promote stretching of cervix and uterus in labor
What causes the release of ADH? What is the result?
Released with hypertonicity
- Kidneys reabsorb water and salt → concentrates urine and reduces urine output
What is the primary hormone synthesized and secreted from the intermediate pituitary?
Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone (MSH)
What is the most common symptom associated with Sellar Masses? What other symptom is often associated?
Bitemporal hemianopsia (visual impairments) - Also, diplopia
Why are visual impairments common with Sellar Masses?
Compress optic chiasm
- Due to suprasellar extension of adenoma
Are Pituitary Adenomas more commonly benign or malignant? What are the two subtypes?
Pituitary Adenomas = BENIGN
- Microadenoma (<1 cm)
- Macroadenoma (1+ cm)
What are the five cell types associated with Pituitary Adenomas, and what type of hormone does each secrete? With which cell type is hormone secretion NOT changed?
- Gonadotroph = LH and FSH (NO CHANGE IN SECRETION)
- Thyrotroph = high TSH
- Corticotroph = high ACTH
- Lactotroph = high prolactin
- Somatotroph = high GH
What are two of the most common causes of HIGH Prolactin?
- Tumor
- Pregnancy
What is the most common type of pituitary tumor?
Prolactinoma
In what group do Prolactinomas present with amenorrhea, infertility; prolactin of 30+?
PREmenopausal women
In what group do Prolactinomas present with HA, impaired vision; 20+?
POSTmenopausal women
How can you differentiate sxs in a PREmenopausal vs POSTmenopausal woman with a Prolactinoma? How do labs differ for each?
PRE = sex related (amenorrhea, infertility)
- Prolactin is 30+
POST = non-sex related (HA, impaired vision
- Prolactin about 20+
In men, high prolactin causes a decrease in what hormone, and how does this present symptomatically?
High prolactin → Low T
- Decreased libido, impotence, infertility
What is the treatment for Prolactinoma? What non-pharm treatment can be considered?
Cabergoline
- Surgery = transsphenoidal resection
What is the most common etiology for HIGH GH?
Pituitary macroadenoma of somatotrophs
What condition involves in adults; onset in 30’s; excess IGF-1?
Acromegaly
In patients with Acromegaly, what three conditions are they at increased risk for?
- DM
- HTN
- CAD
What is the gold standard test to evaluate for Acromegaly? What other two tests can be used?
OGTT = gold standard
- Serum IGF-1
- MRI
What is the treatment for Acromegaly?
Transsphenoidal resection
What is the most common etiology for LOW GH?
Pituitary macroadenoma of somatotrophs
What condition involves decreased QOL, lean body mass, BMD; increased CV disease?
Low GH
What is the recommended treatment for LOW GH?
GH therapy if hx of GH deficiency as child
What hormone is LOW with Male Hypogonadism? What are the two subtypes, and what hormone can be tested to differentiate the two?
LOW T
- Primary (Hypergonadotrophic Hypogonadism): HIGH FSH, LH
- Secondary (Hypogonadotrophic Hypogonadism): LOW FSH, LH
What condition presents with ED, hot flashes, gynecomastia, infertility; low energy, low libido, low muscle mass, less body hair?
Male Hypogonadism
What treatment is recommended for Male Hypogonadism? When is this contraindicated?
T replacement via IM injections or transdermal
- Pellets SC every 3 months
CI IF PROSTATE CA
For treatment of Male Hypogonadism with T replacement, what is the one contraindication?
CI IF PROSTATE CA
What are two possible causes of Pan-Hypopituitarism, and which is more common?
- Radiation therapy = more common
- Sheehan Syndrome (rare)
What condition involves postpartum pituitary necrosis, and what is it associated with? What is the initial symptom?
Sheehan Syndrome = possible etiology of Pan-Hypopituitarism
- Initial sxs: lactation difficulties
What condition involves ALL 6 Anterior Pituitary hormones LOW?
Pan-Hypopituitarism
What condition involves extensive hormone replacement (Levothyroxine (TSH), Dexamethasone (ACTH), T in males vs. E in females, GH; calcium)?
Pan-Hypopituitarism
What hormones results in concentrated urine, reduced urine output?
ADH
How can you differentiate Central Diabetes Insipidus from SIADH?
- Central Diabetes Insipidus = LOW ADH
- SIADH = HIGH ADH
What is the most common cause of Central Diabetes Insipidus?
Idiopathic
What condition involves dilute urine and polyuria?
Central Diabetes Insipidus
What condition involves LOW urine osmolality and HIGH serum osmolality?
Central Diabetes Insipidus
What condition involves concentrated urine and decreased UO? What other finding may be seen?
SIADH
- Also, hyponatremia
What is the recommended treatment for SIADH?
Fluid restriction
What condition involves HIGH urine osmolality and LOW serum osmolality?
SIADH
What two groups of hormones are produced by the adrenal gland?
- Steroids (aldosterone, cortisol, androgens/DHEA)
- Catecholamines (NE, Epi)
What are three results of high ADH?
- Increase BP
- Increase Na+ reabsorption
- Increased K+ excretion
What condition involves etiology of bilateral idiopathic adrenal hyperplasia vs. unilateral aldosterone-secreting tumor?
Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s Syndrome)
What are the two primary symptoms associated with Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s Syndrome)?
- HTN
- Hypokalemia
What three lab findings will be seen with Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s Syndrome)?
- High Aldosterone
- Low Renin
- Hypokalemia
What is the recommended treatment for bilateral idiopathic Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s Syndrome)?
Spironolactone
What is the recommended treatment for unilateral tumor Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s Syndrome)?
Surgery
What are three results of high cortisol?
- Increase blood glucose
- Anti-inflammatory
- Lower Ca
What hormone is released in a circadian rhythm?
Cortisol
- HIGHEST at 8 AM
What are the two subtypes of Cushing’s Syndrome, and how can you differentiate the two based on labs? Which is more common?
ACTH-Dependent = HIGH ACTH
- More common
ACTH-Independent = LOW ACTH
What are two possible causes of ACTH-Dependent (high ACTH) Cushing’s Syndrome?
- Cushing’s disease = pituitary hypersecretion of ACTH
- Non-pituitary origin (SCLC)
What is the most common possible cause of ACTH-Independent Cushing’s Syndrome?
Excessive synthetic steroids
What condition presents with amenorrhea, striae, hyperpigmentation, central obesity (moon face, buffalo hump), HTN?
Cushing’s Syndrome
What is the gold standard test for evaluating Cushing’s Syndrome? What other test might be used?
24-hour urine collection = gold standard
- Low-Dose Dexamethasone Suppression Test
What can the Low-Dose Dexamethasone Suppression Test be used to determine? What is a positive test for Cushing’s?
Cushing’s Syndrome vs. non-Cushing’s
- If cortisol 5+ mcg/dL = Cushing’s
- Normal is normal/low cortisol
What can the High-Dose Dexamethasone Suppression Test be used to determine?
Cushing’s Syndrome vs. Cushing’s Disease
For treatment of Cushing’s Syndrome, what is recommenced if the etiology is…
- Synthetic steroids?
- Pituitary adenoma?
- Adrenal tumor?
- Adrenal hyperplasia/inoperable tumor/CA?
- Synthetic steroids: taper steroids
- Pituitary adenoma: surgery (transsphenoidal resection)
- Adrenal tumor: surgery (adrenalectomy)
- Adrenal hyperplasia/inoperable tumor/CA: medication = Ketoconazole vs. Mitotane
What is the recommended treatment for an adrenal hyperplasia/inoperable tumor/CA with Cushing’s Syndrome?
Ketoconazole
What condition involves entire adrenal dysfunction = ALL HORMONES LOW (low aldosterone, low cortisol, low androgens)? What hormone level will be HIGH?
Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency (Addison’s Disease)
- HIGH ACTH
What is the most common cause of Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency (Addison’s Disease)?
Autoimmune destruction of adrenal cortex
What three symptoms are often seen with Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency (Addison’s Disease)?
- Hypotension
- Salt craving
- Hyperpigmentation
What condition involves hypotension, salt craving, hyperpigmentation?
Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency (Addison’s Disease)
How can you differentiate Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency from Secondary or Tertiary (2)?
- Primary = HIGH ACTH, LOW Aldosterone
- Secondary/Tertiary = LOW ACTH, normal Aldosterone
What condition involves etiology of abrupt cessation of synthetic steroids?
Secondary Adrenocortical Insufficiency
How can you differentiate Secondary Adrenocortical Insufficiency from Tertiary? What two hormone levels are the same in these conditions?
- Secondary: high CRH
- Tertiary: LOW CRH (problem from the very top)
BOTH: LOW ACTH, normal Aldosterone
What two diagnostic tests can be used to evaluate Adrenocortical Insufficiency?
- Serum AM cortisol
- ACTH stimulation test via Cosyntropin
For what diagnostic test is Cosyntropin used, and how can it be used to diagnose Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency (Addison’s Disease)?
ACTH stimulation test (Cosyntropin = synthetic ACTH)
- Tests ability of adrenal gland to respond to ACTH; cortisol does NOT increase = Addison’s
What are the three recommended treatments for Adrenocortical Insufficiency?
- Mineralocorticoid (Fludrocortisone)
- Short-acting steroids (Hydrocortisone) vs. long-lasting steroids (Dexamethasone or Prednisone)
- Oral DHEA in women
What condition involves a catecholamine-secreting tumors from adrenal medulla? Is this often benign or malignant?
Pheochromocytoma
- Often BENIGN
What condition involves the classic triad of episodic HA, tachycardia, sweating?
Pheochromocytoma
What is the classic triad associated with Pheochromocytoma?
- Episodic HA
- Tachycardia
- Sweating
Besides the class triad, what other two symptoms/findings are suspicious for Pheochromocytoma?
- Refractory HTN
- FH of Pheochromocytoma
What is the gold-standard test for Pheochromocytoma?
24-hour urine collection for catecholamines & metanephrines
Besides 24-hour urine, what other test can be used to evaluate for Pheochromocytoma? What is a positive finding?
Clonidine Suppression Test
- If catecholamines still HIGH after Clonidine administration = Pheochromocytoma
What radiologic test can be used to evaluate for Pheochromocytoma?
CT without contrast
What is the recommended treatment for Pheochromocytoma (2)?
SURGERY
- “Chemical sympathectomy” until surgery (alpha-blockers, beta-blockers)
What condition involves adrenal mass 1+ cm in diameter; high prevalence but often non-problematic?
Adrenal Incidentaloma
What two conditions should be ruled out with Adrenal Incidentaloma?
What if HTN is also present?
- Pheochromocytoma
- Cushing’s Syndrome
HTN also, R/O Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s Syndrome)
What diagnostic test should NEVER be performed for Adrenal Incidentaloma if known CA elsewhere?
NO biopsy
What is the leading cause of ESRD?
DM
What type of DM is prone to other autoimmune disorders?
Type I DM
What type of DM involves o genetic predisposition → immunologic trigger?
Type I DM
What condition involves the 3 P’s (polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia)?
Type I DM