Spontaneous Bilateral Adrenal Haemorrhage after Duodenopancreatectomy: a case report

Autor: Guglielmo, Nicola, Montalto, G. M, DELLA PIETRA, Fatima, Garofalo, Manuela, Mennini, Gianluca, Melandro, Fabio, Berloco, P. B.
Rok vydání: 2015
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Zdroj: La Clinica terapeutica. 166(2)
ISSN: 1972-6007
Popis: it is difficult to diagnose because of its nonspecific presentation. This condition frequently occurs in association with an extreme physical stress and may lead to acute adrenal insufficiency or death if not promptly and properly treated. We report a rare case of acute bilateral adrenal hemorrhage with adrenal insufficiency following duodenopancreatectomy for ampulloma in absence of surgical complications. Early diagnosis and corticosteroid replacement with aggressive management of the precipitating pathology are essential to enable a successful outcome.
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