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ACTH deficiency: problems in recognition and diagnosis.

R S Schmidli1, R A Donald, E A Espiner

  • 1Department of Endocrinology, Princess Margaret Hospital, Christchurch.

The New Zealand Medical Journal
|May 24, 1989
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Adrenocortical failure due to corticotrophin (ACTH) deficiency can be lethal. Diagnosis is challenging, especially with normal pituitary hormone levels, requiring consideration of specific symptoms.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Pituitary Disorders
  • Adrenal Insufficiency

Background:

  • Corticotrophin (ACTH) deficiency is a critical cause of adrenocortical failure.
  • Diagnosis can be complex, particularly when other pituitary hormones remain normal.

Observation:

  • Seven patients with challenging ACTH deficiency diagnoses are presented.
  • Two patients exhibited a normal cortisol response to synthetic ACTH, complicating diagnosis.

Findings:

  • ACTH deficiency can present with weight loss, vomiting, fatigue, hyponatremia, or hypoglycemia.
  • Normal cortisol response to ACTH stimulation does not exclude deficiency.

Implications:

  • Consider ACTH deficiency in patients with unexplained symptoms like fatigue and electrolyte imbalances.

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  • Early recognition and management are crucial for preventing life-threatening adrenal crisis.