Primary Hyperaldosteronism Flashcards
1
Q
primary hyperaldosteronism
A
high levels of aldosterone released from adrenal glands
2
Q
causes
A
bilateral adrenal hyperplasia
adrenal adenoma
3
Q
signs
A
hypokalaemia
hypertension
4
Q
investigations
A
plasma aldosterone/renin ratio
CT
adrenal venous sampling
5
Q
management
A
spironolactone
surgery
6
Q
what is used to differentiate between primary and secondary causes
A
renin levels
high - secondary cause
low - primary cause
7
Q
what will the ABG be
A
metabolic alkalosis
