Adrenal Insufficiency and the Dental Patient: A Review
Journal Title: IJAR-Indian Journal of Applied Research - Year 2015, Vol 5, Issue 5
Abstract
Glucocorticoids and mineralcorticoids are “Life Saving” hormones secreted by the adrenal glands. They are steroidal in nature and have a wide range of effects on the metabolism of the body. Due to its anti inflammatory and pain relieving properties, cortisol is widely exploited. It is used to treat diseases like arthritis and asthma. Deficiency as well as excess of this hormone can lead to serious disorders like Addison’s Disease and Cushing Syndrome. A life threatening condition that can arise during dental surgery is “Adrenal Crisis” due to lack of cortisol. A dental practice serving 2000 adults can encounter 100 patients who use corticosteroids or have potential adrena- l ab normalities. Hence, a dentist must take precautions to manage such medically compromised patients.
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Rana Noor, Vartika Chadda, Fatema Sayeed
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