endocrine - posterior pituitary Flashcards
1
Q
What are the clinical features of central DI?
A
polyuria and polydipsia
hypernatremia and high serum osmolality
dec ADH
low urine osmolality
2
Q
What is the treatment for central DI?
A
desmopressin - ADH analog
3
Q
Can desmopressin be used in nephrogenic DI?
A
nope
4
Q
Name some clinical features of SIADH?
A
hyponatremia, low serum osmolality
mental status changes - swelling of the nerves
5
Q
What tumor is notorious for SIADH?
A
small cell carcinoma of the lung
6
Q
What drug is notorious for SIADH?
A
cyclophosphamide
7
Q
What is the treatment for SIADH?
A
water restriction and demeoclocycline
