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Fludrocortisone induced heart failure in Addison's disease
F R Willis1, G C Byrne, T W Jones
1Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Princess Margaret Hospital for Children, Perth, Australia.
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
|June 1, 1994
Summary
Congestive cardiac failure occurred in a child with Addison's disease treated with fludrocortisone. Renal adaptation to salt and water loss may explain this rare complication.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Endocrinology
- Cardiology
- Nephrology
Background:
- Addison's disease is a rare endocrine disorder affecting adrenal gland function.
- Fludrocortisone is a mineralocorticoid replacement therapy crucial for managing Addison's disease.
- Congestive cardiac failure is an uncommon complication in pediatric patients with Addison's disease.