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CYP11B2 gene polymorphisms in idiopathic hyperaldosteronism.
Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979) - 1 Mar 2000
Mulatero P, Schiavone D, Fallo F, Rabbia F, Pilon C, Chiandussi L, Pascoe L, Veglio F
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Primary aldosteronism is characterized by autonomous production of aldosterone and arterial hypertension, and it occurs in 2 principal forms: aldosterone-producing adenoma (APA) and idiopathic hyperaldosteronism (IHA). APA can be cured through removal of the adenoma, whereas IHA leads to hypertension that must be treated with medication. The origin of the autonomous aldosterone production in IHA is poorly...
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