Pancreatic adrenocorticotropic hormone producing tumor

Subnormal concentration of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) resulting in decreased secretion of cortisol by the adrenal gland.

Disease Alternative Name

secondary adrenal insufficiency

corticotropin deficiency

acth deficiency

secondary hypoadrenalism

adrenocorticotropic hormone deficiency

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A female 36 years, gravida 3 para 2 comes with complaints of headache, loss of sight and is in labour with poor cervical dilatation progress. on admission, the BP is 178/102 with no history of convulsions and magnesium sulphate is given. A LSCS is performed under spinal anesthesia with BP stabilised. she is transferred to ICU for post operative management with BP continuing to increase . After 5 days, a feedback is given that the patient is discharged and gained her sight. What caused the loss of sight?
Dr. Prashant Vedwan
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