Adrenal Causes of High Blood Pressure - Masha Livhits, MD - UCLAMDChat

Explore the connection between adrenal glands and high blood pressure in this informative UCLA MDChat presentation by endocrine surgeon Dr. Masha Livhits. Gain insights into adrenal hormones, their impact on blood pressure, and learn when to check hormone levels. Discover various treatment options, including surgical procedures like laparoscopic adrenalectomy. Understand the diagnostic challenges, testing methods such as blood tests and adrenal vein sampling, and the principles behind surgical interventions. Address common questions and misconceptions about adrenal-related hypertension while acquiring a comprehensive overview of this important medical topic.

Syllabus

Introduction
Agenda
Basic Facts
Secondary Hypertension
What are the adrenal glands
How can adrenal gland disorders cause high blood pressure
aldosterone
Who should be tested
Blood tests
Adrenal vein sampling
Treatment
Cortisol
Diagnosis
Laparoscopic adrenalectomy
Adrenaline hormone
Diagnostic Challenges
Block the Hormone Release
Surgical Treatment
Principles of Surgery
Single Incision
Common Questions
Summary
Outro