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Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn Syndrome)

Anesthesia Implications

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HypokalemiaHypertensionLabile Blood PressureArrhythmiasOptimize Electrolytes

Pathophysiology

Primary hyperaldosteronism is autonomous aldosterone excess, usually from an adrenal adenoma (Conn syndrome) or bilateral hyperplasia. Aldosterone drives renal sodium retention and potassium and...

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