Bartter's Syndrome
Alternate Names : Potassium Wasting
Definition
Bartter's syndrome involves a group of symptoms and signs:
- Enlargement of certain kidney cells
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Alkalosis associated with reduced potassium (hypokalemic alkalosis)
- Increased production of the hormone aldosterone (see the aldosterone test)
There is no elevation of blood pressure with Bartter's syndrome, which usually occurs with kidney disease.
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