| Topic: | endocrine & metabolic diseases (en) |
| Title: | Adrenal Disorders. |
| Author: | Erickson, D.; Pitale, S.; DeJong, S.A. |
| Source: | IN: Camacho, P.M.; Gharib, H.; Sizemore, G.W., eds. Evidence-Based Endocrinology. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. 2007. pp 57-84. |
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| Abstract: | This chapter on adrenal disorders is from a concise, reference-based handbook that is intended to help busy clinicians with endocrine-related diagnostic and therapeutic decisions required in their practices. Using a modification of the McMaster criteria, the contributors to the text have critically assessed and graded studies, assisting readers in quickly evaluating the articles that have led to practice recommendations. Topics covered in this chapter include evaluation of adrenal function, adrenal imaging, primary hyperaldosteronism, Cushing syndrome, adrenal incidentaloma, adrenal insufficiency, and pheochromocytoma. For each disease state included, the authors discuss etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment considerations. The chapter includes an outline and an extensive, annotated list of references. 4 tables. 95 references. |
| Format: | Book Chapter |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Endocrine Diseases and Disorders. Diagnosis. Patient Care Management. Therapy. Research. Adrenal Gland. |
| Minor Keywords: | Etiology. Epidemiology. Pathophysiology. Diagnostic Tests. Cost Effectiveness. Hormones. Imaging Studies. Cushing's Syndrome. Aldosterone. |
| Publication Number: | ENBK10018. |
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