Adrenal insufficiency after unilateral radical nephrectomy.
A case of adrenal insufficiency occurring after unilateral radical nephrectomy is presented. Recommendations for identification and treatment of this condition are discussed.
D000230:Adenocarcinoma / Q000601:surgery; D000309:Adrenal Insufficiency / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D000368:Aged; D001835:Body Weight; D006801:Humans; D007022:Hypotension / Q000175:diagnosis; D007680:Kidney Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D009392:Nephrectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D014883:Water-Electrolyte Imbalance / Q000175:diagnosis