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Adrenal Gland Hyperfunction

Medical Definition:
Guide Notes: do not confuse with ADRENAL GLAND HYPOFUNCTION; do not use /congen ( = ADRENAL HYPERPLASIA, CONGENITAL) & do not coord with INFANT, NEWBORN, DISEASES; non-congen adrenal hyperplasia: index under ADRENAL GLANDS /pathol (IM) + HYPERPLASIA (NIM)
Adrenal Gland Hyperfunction Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Hyperaldosteronism - An abnormality of electrolyte function caused by excessive secretion of aldosterone by the adrenal cortex. (Dorland, 27th ed)

Adrenal Gland Hyperfunction Medical Definitions and Terms

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