ea0070aep52 | Adrenal and Cardiovascular Endocrinology | ECE2020
Westall Sam
, Sullivan Heather
, Rawsthorne Emma
, Beesley Carl
, Collins John
, Furlong Niall
, McNulty Steven
, Bujawansa Sumudu
, Narayanan Ram Prakash
Background: For patients in an adrenal crisis, the timely administration of parenteral hydrocortisone can be life-saving. Data from the Addison’s Disease Self-Help Group found that a large proportion of adrenal crises occur out of hospital, with many patients relying on the emergency services for initial parenteral hydrocortisone administration. Despite regular patient education (including parenteral hydrocortisone self-administration) and recommendations to wear steroid...