Medical Dictionary – The definition of Aldosteronism
Aldosteronism or hyperaldosteronism is characterized by overproduction of aldosterone from the adrenal cortex due to the present of the adenoma or benign tumor of the adrenal cortex or hyperplasia of the tissue.
Aldosteronism may lead to abnormalities of the concentration of water, sodium and potassium in the body and in remote situation may lead to hypertension.
Aldosteronism or hyperaldosteronism is characterized by overproduction of aldosterone from the adrenal cortex due to the present of the adenoma or benign tumor of the adrenal cortex or hyperplasia of the tissue.
Aldosteronism may lead to abnormalities of the concentration of water, sodium and potassium in the body and in remote situation may lead to hypertension.
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