Allgrove syndrome: documenting cholinergic dysfunction by autonomic tests.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We describe two Hispanic adolescents with Allgrove syndrome (alacrima, achalasia, and sensorimotor polyneuropathy) in whom we documented cholinergic dysfunction by cardiovascular autonomic tests. Both patients had orthostatic hypotension and decreased heart rate variability.
Medical subject headings
- Dry Eye Syndromes
- Esophageal Achalasia
- Neuromuscular Diseases