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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Nephrology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Primary hyperaldosteronism (Conn's syndrome) typically manifests with hypertension and hypokalemia.
  • Atypical presentations are infrequently reported but can include normotension, normokalemia, and neurological symptoms.

Observation:

  • Two patients presented with atypical primary hyperaldosteronism.
  • Case 1 exhibited acute neurological complaints.
  • Case 2 presented with insignificant hypertension.

Findings:

  • Both patients demonstrated biochemical and imaging profiles consistent with primary hyperaldosteronism.
  • Surgical resection of adrenal adenomas led to positive outcomes in both cases.

Implications:

  • This study underscores the importance of considering primary hyperaldosteronism in atypical presentations.
  • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention can effectively manage adrenal adenomas causing primary hyperaldosteronism.