Endocrine Abstracts

Background: A pheochromocytoma is a rare neuroendocrine tumor, originating from adrenomedullary chromaffin cells. The pre-surgical management of pheochromocytoma is classically performed with alpha-blockers. However, in some cases other pharmacological approaches can be considered.Objective: The aim of the study is to describe the clinical course of patients with pheochromocytoma prepared for surgery with calcium channel blockers (CCB).<p class="abst...

Tertiary hyperparathyroidism reflects parathyroid hyperplasia, with autonomous secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH), in spite of high plasma calcium concentration. Parathyroidectomy is an efficient therapy for stabilization of calcium and PTH metabolism in patients with end-stage kidney disease.We report a case of a 68-year old man with end-stage kidney disease under hemodialysis for nine years, due to long-standing uncontrolled hypertension. He presen...

Background: Adrenal insufficiency (AI) is a rare condition affecting children, potentially life-threatening. Autoimmune adrenalitis accounts for 15% of all cases of primary adrenal insufficiency in pediatric age. Most symptoms are usually unspecific, making the diagnosis quite challenging.Objective: The aim of the study was to describe clinical presentation, biochemical abnormalities, treatment and the clinical course of patients with autoimmune AI.<...