Article
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency in Childhood: Data From a Large Nationwide Cohort.
The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism - 8 Mar 2021
Capalbo Donatella, Moracas Cristina, Cappa Marco, Balsamo Antonio, Maghnie Mohamad, Wasniewska Malgorzata Gabriela, Greggio Nella Augusta, Baronio Federico, Bizzarri Carla, Ferro Giusy, Di Lascio Alessandra, Stancampiano Marianna Rita, Azzolini Sara, Patti Giuseppa, Longhi Silvia, Valenzise Mariella, Radetti Giorgio, Betterle Corrado, Russo Gianni, Salerno Mariacarolina
Abstract excerpt
CONTEXT: Primary adrenal insufficiency (PAI) is a rare and potentially life-threatening condition that is poorly characterized in children. OBJECTIVE: To describe causes, presentation, auxological outcome, frequency of adrenal crisis and mortality of a large cohort of children with PAI. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Data from 803 patients from 8 centers of Pediatric Endocrinology were retrospectively collected. RESULTS:...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
