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ea0070ep43 | Adrenal and Cardiovascular Endocrinology | ECE2020

Pericarditis complicated with cardiac tamponade and Addison disease – A case report

Lavrador Mariana , Cardoso Luís , Catarino Diana , Fadiga Lúcia , Silva Diana , Guiomar Joana , Vieira Inês , Araújo Bárbara , Araújo Cátia , Barros Luísa , Paiva Isabel

Introduction: Addison Disease is a rare condition with an estimated incidence in the developed world of 0.8 cases per 100 000 population. It is associated with relevant morbidity and mortality rates, but once the diagnosis is made it can be easily managed. When Addison Disease is associated with other autoimmune diseases, the diagnosis of polyglandular autoimmune syndrome can be set. The recognition of symptoms and signs can be challenging and clinicians should be aware of aty...