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There are no CT scan findings associated with hypoaldosteronism. Most patients with hypoaldosteronism have underlying kidney disease and are at increased risk of [[contrast-induced nephropathy]]. If patients are to undergo a [[CT]] scan, adequate hydration should be ensured. | There are no CT scan findings associated with hypoaldosteronism. Most patients with hypoaldosteronism have underlying kidney disease and are at increased risk of [[contrast-induced nephropathy]]. If patients are to undergo a [[CT]] scan, adequate hydration should be ensured.<ref name="book">{{cite book |last= Kasper |first=Dennis |date=2015 |title=Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine |url= |location= New York, New York |publisher= McGraw-Hill |page= |isbn=0071802150}}</ref> | ||
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Overview
There are no CT scan findings associated with hypoaldosteronism. A CT scan is not routinely done for the diagnosis of hypoaldosteronism.
CT scan
There are no CT scan findings associated with hypoaldosteronism. Most patients with hypoaldosteronism have underlying kidney disease and are at increased risk of contrast-induced nephropathy. If patients are to undergo a CT scan, adequate hydration should be ensured.[1]
References
- ↑ Kasper, Dennis (2015). Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill. ISBN 0071802150.