[hyperaldosteronism] Flashcards
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excess aldosterone secretion by adrenal
independent of renin-angiotensin
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sodium retention
water retention
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hypokalaemia
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solitary aldosterone producing adenoma (2/3rds)
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T
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ACTH regulatory element associates with aldosterone synthase enzyme bringing aldosterone production under the control of ACTH
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laparoscopic adrenalectomy
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Spironolactone
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spironolactone
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Spironolactone
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eplerenone
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Dexamethasone 1mg/24 hours
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decreased renal perfusion (stenosis)
diuretics
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Na Cl leak in loop of henle
volume depletion
increased Renin
