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Clinical features of congenital adrenal insufficiency including growth patterns and significance of ACTH stimulation test.
Journal of Korean medical science - 1 Nov 2013
Koh Ji Won, Kim Gu Hwan, Yoo Han Wook, Yu Jeesuk
Abstract excerpt
Congenital adrenal insufficiency is caused by specific genetic mutations. Early suspicion and definite diagnosis are crucial because the disease can precipitate a life-threatening hypovolemic shock without prompt treatment. This study was designed to understand the clinical manifestations including growth patterns and to find the usefulness of ACTH stimulation test. Sixteen patients with confirmed genotyping were...
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