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  • Endocrinology
  • Cardiology
  • Nephrology

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  • Primary hyperaldosteronism is an underdiagnosed cause of hypertension, linked to increased cardiovascular risks.
  • It often presents as treatment-resistant hypertension and hypokalemia.

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  • A patient experienced cardiac arrest due to severe hypokalemia.
  • This critical event prompted further investigation into underlying causes.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with primary hyperaldosteronism.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed using adrenal vein sampling.
  • Successful treatment involved a left adrenalectomy.

Implications:

  • Highlights the critical need for early recognition of primary hyperaldosteronism.
  • Emphasizes the severe cardiovascular consequences of undiagnosed hyperaldosteronism.
  • Demonstrates the efficacy of surgical intervention for primary hyperaldosteronism.