Overview
Definition
Excess autonomous production of aldosterone.
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Adrenal adenoma (Conn syndrome) or bilateral hyperplasia.
Clinical Symptoms
- Refractory hypertension
- hypokalemia
- metabolic alkalosis.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- High Aldosterone-to-Renin ratio.
Management
- Spironolactone/Eplerenone
- Adrenalectomy (if unilateral).
Complications
- Cardiovascular events from uncontrolled hypertension.