Problem-based review: The patient with acute adrenal failure.

Acute Medicine · 2013-01-01 · Other / unclear

Abstract

Acute adrenal crisis is an important condition to consider in any shocked patient presenting to the acute medical unit. This article aims to highlight the key aspects of initial management, focussing on the importance of rapid recognition and prompt initiation of steroid treatment.

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Corticosteroids · Hydrocortisone