Notes in Adrenal cortex

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Published	03/15/2025	Zona glomerulosa \| Zona fasciculata \| Zona reticularis
Published	03/15/2025	Cholesterol is mobilised into the cortex via activation from [ACTH] and is then converted to [aldosterone], cortisol and androgens through various enz…
Published	03/15/2025	What endocrine disorder is associated with adrenal hypertension?
Published	03/15/2025	What percentage of hypertension cases are due to primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	What electrolyte imbalance is often seen in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	What pH imbalance is associated with primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	Where are aldosterone receptors found outside of the kidneys?
Published	03/15/2025	Which of the following is NOT a cause of renal hypertension?
Published	03/15/2025	What is the primary risk in untreated hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	Aldosterone hypersecretion is primarily associated with the adrenal gland's Zona [Glomerulosa] layer.
Published	03/15/2025	What electrolyte imbalance can be induced by diuretics in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	Name a sign of primary hyperaldosteronism seen in blood pH balance
Published	03/15/2025	Which age group is commonly affected by primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	What is the most commonly used initial screening test for primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	What imaging modality is commonly used for investigating primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	What PET imaging tracer is used for primary hyperaldosteronism assessment?
Published	03/15/2025	Which of the following test results is indicative of primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	Which of the following is a presentation of primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	Renin Aldosterone Ratio \| Saline suppression test \| Adrenal CT \| Metomidate PET CT
Published	03/15/2025	Results of renal and adrenal problems
Published	03/15/2025	What test involves measuring plasma aldosterone after a saline infusion to diagnose primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	What does failure to suppress aldosterone during a saline suppression test indicate?
Published	03/15/2025	Which two medications can be used as aldosterone antagonists for medical management of primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	What is a surgical treatment option for primary hyperaldosteronism with unilateral disease?
Published	03/15/2025	Which condition must be corrected before performing a saline suppression test?
Published	03/15/2025	Which of the following findings during a saline suppression test is diagnostic for primary hyperaldosteronism?
Published	03/15/2025	Which imaging test is considered the most specific for detecting aldosterone-producing adenomas?
Published	03/15/2025	Place the steps of the saline suppression test in order:
Published	03/15/2025	True or false - primary hyperaldosteronism
Published	03/15/2025	What type of cells do catecholamine-producing tumours in phaeochromocytoma arise from?
Published	03/15/2025	Name the three catecholamines commonly secreted in phaeochromocytoma.
Published	03/15/2025	What are the three main symptoms of phaeochromocytoma?
Published	03/15/2025	Which tumour suppressor gene is associated with von Hippel-Lindau disease and phaeochromocytoma?
Published	03/15/2025	Which plasma test is most sensitive for detecting phaeochromocytoma?
Published	03/15/2025	What is the first step in pharmacological management of phaeochromocytoma?
Published	03/15/2025	What is the rule of 10 in phaeochromocytoma?
Published	03/15/2025	Which of the following is NOT a typical catecholamine secreted in phaeochromocytoma?
Published	03/15/2025	What is the most specific imaging test for detecting a noradrenaline-secreting tumour in phaeochromocytoma?
Published	03/15/2025	Which gene is associated with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (MEN 2)?
Published	03/15/2025	RET \| VHL \| NF1 \| SDHD \| PAK1
Published	03/15/2025	Which adrenal tumour is seen in approximately 7-10% of adrenal incidentalomas?
Published	03/15/2025	What imaging characteristic on non-contrast CT suggests a benign adrenal nodule?
Published	03/15/2025	What test is used to screen for cortisol secretion in adrenal incidentalomas?
Published	03/15/2025	Which hormone stimulates adrenocortical hyperplasia in CAH?
Published	03/15/2025	What inheritance pattern does CAH typically follow?
Published	03/15/2025	Name one imaging test that can assess lipid content in an adrenal nodule.
Published	03/15/2025	Which of the following statements about adrenal incidentalomas is TRUE?
Published	03/15/2025	Which enzyme deficiency is responsible for approximately 95% of CAH cases?
Published	03/15/2025	What is the primary test for assessing aldosterone secretion in adrenal incidentalomas?
Published	03/15/2025	Place the steps for adrenal incidentaloma assessment in order:
Published	03/15/2025	Non-contrast CT \| MRI chemical shift \| FDG-PET
Published	03/15/2025	features of benign adrenal nodule: imaging and criteria
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