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Diagnostic pitfalls in aldosterone defects: a 9-year follow-up of early-onset pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2.
Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism : JPEM - 26 Mar 2026
Cay Mevra, Turan Ihsan, Atmıs Bahriye, Kotan Leman Damla, Celebi Sukriye Tugce, Cimen Ayse Merve, Mengen Eda, Bayazıt Aysun Karabay, Yuksel Bilgin
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OBJECTIVES: Pseudohypoaldosteronism type 2 (PHA2) is a rare autosomal dominant electrolyte disorder characterized by hypertension, hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis, and suppressed renin activity, usually with preserved renal function. Pathogenic variants in WNK1, WNK4, KLHL3, and CUL3 have been identified, with CUL3 mutations particularly associated with early-onset and severe phenotypes. Thiazide diuretics are...
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