[Idiopathic orthostatic hypotension (Shy-Drager syndrome). Clinical and hemodynamic studies of a case].

Abstract

A case of idiopathic orthostatic hypotension (Shy-Drager syndrome) in a 50-year-old man is reported. The diagnosis was made after other possible causes of orthostatic hypotension had been excluded. The Authors emphasize the need for a correct diagnosis in order to adopt an adequate symptomatic therapy, and to avoid useless and often harmful treatments.

• Authors: R Russo, B Permutti, P Crociani, U Bortolotti, P Fernandez, L Schivazappa
• Journal: Minerva medica (Minerva Med) Vol. 72 Issue 39 Pg. 2621-4 (Oct 13 1981) ISSN: 0026-4806 [Print] Italy
• Vernacular Title: Ipotensione ortostatica idiopatica (sindrome di Shy-Drager). Osservazioni cliniche ed emodinamiche in un caso.
• PMID: 7290466 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Fludrocortisone

Topics

• Autonomic Nervous System Diseases (pathology)
• Bandages
• Blood Pressure
• Cardiac Catheterization
• Fludrocortisone (therapeutic use)
• Humans
• Hypotension, Orthostatic (etiology)
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Shy-Drager Syndrome (diagnosis, pathology, therapy)
• Syncope (etiology)