Electronic Resource
Springer
Pediatric nephrology
1 (1987), S. 99-108
ISSN:
1432-198X
Keywords:
Plasma renin activity
;
Aldosterone
;
Childhood hypertension
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Measurement of plasma renin activity (PRA) and aldosterone with a knowledge of dietary sodium balance is critical to the diagnostic evaluation of childhood hypertension. Disturbances of steroid production, regulation, metabolism and sensitivity have been implicated in the pathogenesis of low-renin hypertension in childhood. Prompt initiation of treatment is essential because the hemodynamic changes caused by long-standing hypertension may become irreversible. The clinical features and hormonal findings of the most important adrenocortical disorders associated with low-renin hypertension in childhood are summarized.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00866890
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