Presents information on numerous diseases and conditions. Articles include a definition of the disease or condition, an explanation of how it works in the body, information on causes, symptoms and diagnosis, treatment or cure, and lifestyles.
Addison disease is partial or complete failure of adrenocortical function. ICD-9-CM Code ICD-10-CM Code 255.41 (Requires fifth digit) E27.1 (Primary adrenocortical insufficiency) E27.2 (Addisonian crisis) E27.40 (Unspecified ...
Etiology The onset of Addison disease is usually gradual, with progressive destruction of the adrenal gland and reduction in its important hormones. The destruction can result from an autoimmune process, tuberculosis, hemorrhage, ...
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Learn to master important disease pathology with this helpful workbook.
Learn to master important disease pathology with this helpful workbook.
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This edition adds new coverage of the opioid crisis, cancer treatment, and other emerging issues.
Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions - Text and Workbook Package
Ho, G. Y. F., Bierman, R., Beardsley, L., et al. 1998. Natural history of cervicovaginal papillomavirus infection in young women. New EnglandJournal ofMedicine 338:423–28. Six hundred and eight college women were examined every 6 months ...