Results 11 to 20 of about 82,412 (330)
Hypoglycaemia in adrenal insufficiency
Adrenal insufficiency encompasses a group of congenital and acquired disorders that lead to inadequate steroid production by the adrenal glands, mainly glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids and androgens.
Shien Chen Lee +6 more
doaj +1 more source
New directions for the treatment of adrenal insufficiency [PDF]
The following funding bodies supported this work: Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC BB/L00267/1, to LG), Rosetrees Trust (to LG), Barts and The London Charity (417/2235, to LG), EU COFUND (PCOFUND-GA-2013-608765, to LG and GRB)
Allen +69 more
core +5 more sources
Dilated cardiomyopathy is an etiologically heterogeneous disorder. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment of the underlying disease are of great significance.
Xuefeng Wang, Yong Luo, Jian Feng
doaj +1 more source
The hepatoadrenal syndrome: A common yet unrecognized clinical condition [PDF]
Objective: Adrenal failure is common in critically ill patients, particularly those with sepsis. As liver failure and sepsis are both associated with increased circulating levels of endotoxin and proinflammatory mediators and reduced levels of apoprotein-
Acton +51 more
core +1 more source
Pituitary-adrenal axis in Prader Willi syndrome [PDF]
Purpose: Prader Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic condition that has concurrent endocrinological insufficiencies. The presence of growth hormone deficiency has been well documented, but adrenal insufficiency (AI) is not widely reported. A review was
Edgar, Olivia S. +2 more
core +2 more sources
AbstractPrimary adrenal insufficiency is a potentially life‐threatening condition. We report a case of a 49‐year‐old female patient who presented to the hospital for evaluation of dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Darkening of the palmar creases and tongue was noted.
Mihail Zilbermint, Andrew P. Demidowich
openaire +3 more sources
Abstract In 1855, Thomas Addison identified a clinical syndrome characterized by wasting and hyperpigmentation as the result of adrenal gland destruction (1). This landmark observation paved the way for progress in understanding and treating adrenal insufficiency, with the introduction of adrenal extracts for treatment of Addison’s ...
openaire +2 more sources
Symptomatic adrenal insufficiency during inhaled corticosteroid treatment [PDF]
Symptomatic adrenal insufficiency, presenting as hypoglycaemia or poor weight gain, may occur on withdrawal of corticosteroid treatment but has not previously been reported during inhaled corticosteroid treatment.
Clayton, P.E. +5 more
core +1 more source
Adrenal insufficiency can be due to disease of the adrenal gland itself (primary adrenal deficiency) or of the hypothalamic or pituitary regulation of the adrenal gland (secondary adrenal insufficiency). This article discusses its causes, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment.
Bandula, Wijesiriwardene +1 more
openaire +4 more sources
Prevalence of Adrenal Insufficiency in Korean Patients undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty [PDF]
Background This study investigated the prevalence of adrenal insufficiency among patients admitted for total knee arthroplasty (TKA) due to osteoarthritis and identified factors contributing to adrenal insufficiency.
So Won Baek, Jung Ho Noh, Yeon Sik Heo
doaj +1 more source

