| hypoaldosteronism | <biochemistry, endocrinology> Aldosterone deficiency, usually associated with hypoadrenalism, and characterised by hypotension, dehydration, and a tendency to excrete excessive amounts of sodium. A selective aldosterone deficiency resulting from low renin production is called hyporeninaemic hypoaldosteronism. (12 Dec 1998) |
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| selective hypoaldosteronism | <endocrinology> Isolated hypoaldosteronism, aldosterone deficiency without a concomitant deficiency of glucocorticoid hormones. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| hyporeninaemic hypoaldosteronism | Selective aldosterone deficiency resulting from low renin production. (05 Mar 2000) |