Effect of unilateral adrenalectomy on the quality of life of patients with lateralized primary aldosteronism

Effect of unilateral adrenalectomy on the quality of life of patients with lateralized primary aldosteronism

Abstract Background Primary aldosteronism (PA) is associated with an increased prevalence of anxiety and depression. Subnormal quality of life (QoL) scores in PA patients may be improved after surgical treatment. The aim of the study was to assess the impact of surgery on health-related QoL and depr...

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Main Authors: Marilisa Citton, Giovanni Viel, Francesca Torresan, Gian Paolo Rossi, Maurizio Iacobone
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-04-01
Series:BMC Surgery
Subjects:
Primary aldosteronism
Quality of life
Depression status
Adrenalectomy
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12893-018-0432-1

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