Pulsatile Subcutaneous Hydrocortisone Replacement in Primary Adrenal Insufficiency
In conclusions, mimicking endogenous cortisol
rhythmicity by ultradian subcutaneous infusion of cortisol is feasible. It was
superior to both continuous pump and oral therapy in maintaining normal ACTH
levels throughout the 24-h cycle. Our results demonstrate a low free cortisol
bioavailability on thrice daily oral replacement therapy compared to both types
of subcutaneous infusion. [...] Georg Thieme Verlag Rüdigerstraße 14, 70469 Stuttgart,
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Source: Hormone and Metabolic Research - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Simunkova, Katerina L øvås, Kristian Methlie, Paal Jovanovic, Nevena Bifulco, Ersilia Bronstad, Ingeborg Lightman, S. L. Husebye, Eystein Sverre Oksnes, Marianne Tags: Original Article: Endocrine Care Source Type: research
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