Conn’s syndrome | PGI MCQs for MD MS Preparations

In conn’s syndrome the following is/are true 

a. Diastolic HTN without oedema 
b. Systolic HTN without oedema 
c. Pseudotetany 
d. Hyper Na 
e. Hyper K

Ans. (A) Diastolic HTN without oedema ; (D) Hypernatremia:

• Conn’s syndrome is characterised by

- Hypokalemia

- Metabolic alkalosis

- primary hyperaldosteronism

• Hypernatremia

• Pseudotetany, hypocalcemia,  muscle cramps.