Isolated ACTH Deficiency
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What is the definition of Isolated ACTH Deficiency?
A rare endocrine disease characterized by neonatal hypoglycemia, prolonged cholestatic jaundice, and seizures. Typical are low plasma ACTH and cortisol levels in the absence of structural pituitary defects, and sometimes low partial growth hormone deficiency is associated.
What are the alternative names for Isolated ACTH Deficiency?
  • Isolated ACTH deficiency
  • ACTH deficiency, isolated
  • Congenital isolated ACTH deficiency
  • Isolated Adrenocorticotropic hormone deficiency
Who are the top Isolated ACTH Deficiency Local Doctors?
Elite in Isolated ACTH Deficiency
Endocrinology | Internal Medicine
Elite in Isolated ACTH Deficiency
Endocrinology | Internal Medicine
Referral required

Domino's Farms

24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Ste 1300, Lobby C, 
Ann Arbor, MI 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Richard Auchus is a professor of Internal Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology & Diabetes (MEND) and Chief of the Endocrinology & Metabolism Section at the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center. He received his medical degree and Ph.D. in pharmacology from Washington University in St. Louis. Then Dr. Auchus completed a residency at the University of Iowa and an endocrinology fellowship at UTHSC-San Antonio/Wilford Hall Medical Center. Dr. Auchus came to UMHS from the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Southwestern Medical School, University of Texas, where he was a Professor of Internal Medicine - Endocrinology.Dr. Auchus is a steroid biologist with expertise both in basic science and clinical/translational science. His work has included translational research into: molecular and genetic mechanisms of human hypertension, improved diagnostic studies and management in primary aldosteronism and Cushing syndromes, modifier genes in 21-hydroxylase deficiency, cardiovascular disease in polycystic ovary syndrome, and the endocrinology of traumatic brain injury. Dr. Auchus is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Isolated ACTH Deficiency. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), Intersex, Cushing's syndrome, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Orchiectomy. Dr. Auchus is board certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism.

Advanced in Isolated ACTH Deficiency
Advanced in Isolated ACTH Deficiency
Referral may be required

Diabetes And Endocrinology Center At Specialty Services Pavilion

4350 Emile St., 
Omaha, NE 
Experience:
36+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Andjela Drincic is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. She has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Drincic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Isolated ACTH Deficiency. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pituitary Tumor, and Hypogonadism.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Isolated ACTH Deficiency
Advanced in Isolated ACTH Deficiency
Referral may be required

Swedish Neurosurgery - Cherry Hill

550 17th Avenue, Suite 500, 
Seattle, WA 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Litvack values a collaborative multi-disciplinary approach to caring for patients suffering from benign or malignant brain tumors, head and neck cancers involving the brain and spine, chronic pain and degenerative spinal disorders. Dr. Litvack applies his unique expertise in skull base surgery, neuroendoscopy, minimally invasive cranial, and minimally invasive spinal surgery to restore patients to health while minimizing the physical and emotional impact of surgery. His patients benefit from being fully informed of their disease and their treatment options. Dr. Litvack and his patients also benefit from 24/7 access to a team of fellowship-trained physicians and surgeons with extensive experience in Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Neuroanesthesia, Neuro-endocrinology, Neuro-ophthalmology, Neuro-Oncology and Radiation Oncology. Dr. Litvack has also been selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Metropolitan Magazine as a Top Doctor in the field of Neurosurgery. Dr. Litvack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Isolated ACTH Deficiency. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Hypothalamic Tumor, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Litvack is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Litvack is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Isolated ACTH Deficiency Clinical Trials?
A Swiss Prospective Multicenter Longitudinal Assessment of Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal Axis Suppression After Glucocorticoid Therapy for Leukemia and Lymphoblastic Lymphoma in Children: An Explorative Study

Summary: Plain Language Summary: Background Glucocorticoids are stress hormones produced by the human body to control inflammation and regulate the immune system. Cortisol is the most well-known example of a glucocorticoid. These stress hormones are essential for the bodys healthy functioning. To treat certain types of cancer, such as leukemia (blood cancer) in children, glucocorticoids are administered as...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center