Mutational analysis of DAX1 in patients with hypogonadotropic hypogonadism or pubertal delay [PDF]
Although delayed puberty is relatively common and often familial, its molecular and pathophysiologic basis is poorly understood. In contrast, the molecular mechanisms underlying some forms of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (HH) are clearer, following the ...
Achermann, JC+12 more
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Bilateral adrenal histoplasmosis manifesting as primary adrenal insufficiency [PDF]
KEY POINTS A 72-year-old woman from southwestern Ontario was admitted to hospital with a 2-month history of progressive generalized weakness, fatigue, nausea, anorexia and 7-kg weight loss. Although previously functionally independent, she now required a walker for ambulation.
Tisha R. Joy+3 more
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Transplantation of porcine adrenal spheroids for the treatment of adrenal insufficiency [PDF]
Primary adrenal insufficiency is a life-threatening disorder, which requires lifelong hormone replacement therapy. Transplantation of xenogeneic adrenal cells is a potential alternative approach for the treatment of adrenal insufficiency.
Beuschlein, Felix+12 more
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Primary Adrenal Insufficiency Masked by an Eating Disorder Diagnosis in an Adolescent Male. [PDF]
Nichols P+3 more
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Hyperkalemic paralysis in primary adrenal insufficiency
Hyperkalemic paralysis due to Addison's disease is rare, and potentially life-threatening entity presenting with flaccid motor weakness. This case under discussion highlights Hyperkalemic paralysis as initial symptomatic manifestation of primary adrenal insufficiency.
Sneha Chaudhary+4 more
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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
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Pediatric Adrenal Insufficiency: Diagnosis, Management, and New Therapies
Adrenal insufficiency may result from a wide variety of congenital or acquired disorders of hypothalamus, pituitary, or adrenal cortex. Destruction or dysfunction of the adrenal cortex is the cause of primary adrenal insufficiency, while secondary ...
Sasigarn A. Bowden, Rohan Henry
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Glucocorticoid therapy for adrenal insufficiency: nonadherence, concerns and dissatisfaction with information [PDF]
Objective: Appropriate self‐management of glucocorticoid therapy (GC) is crucial for patients with adrenal insufficiency (AI). We aimed to describe patients’ self‐reported nonadherence to GC, evaluate perceived doubts about need for GC, concerns about ...
Carroll, P.+3 more
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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
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Pubertal presentation in seven patients with congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to P450 Oxidoreductase deficiency [PDF]
Context: P450 oxidoreductase (POR) is a crucial electron donor to all microsomal P450 cytochrome (CYP) enzymes including 17α-hydroxylase (CYP17A1), 21-hydroxylase (CYP21A2) and P450 aromatase.
Adachi+59 more
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