[Simultaneous occurrence of selective ACTH deficiency , achalasia, alacrimia and hyperlipoproteinemia]

Orv Hetil. 1990 Dec 16;131(50):2763-6.
[Article in Hungarian]

Abstract

An extremely rare clinical syndrome on a 7-year-old girl is presented. Besides isolated glucocorticoid insufficiency, achalasia and alacrimia disturbance of the lipid metabolism was also detected--this is a special feature of this case. The details of the endocrine workup is discussed, providing clues for the possible pathomechanism. The correct diagnosis and specific therapy is of utmost importance in the everyday life of the patient.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Glands / drug effects
  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone / administration & dosage
  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone / pharmacology*
  • Child
  • Esophageal Achalasia / complications*
  • Female
  • Glucocorticoids / deficiency*
  • Humans
  • Hydrocortisone / analogs & derivatives
  • Hydrocortisone / therapeutic use
  • Hyperlipoproteinemia Type II / complications*
  • Lacrimal Apparatus / abnormalities
  • Tears

Substances

  • Glucocorticoids
  • hydrocortisone acetate
  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
  • Hydrocortisone