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A chronic disorder of the adrenal cortex resulting in the inadequate production of glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid hormones.
Features include: Skin color changes (abnormality of skin pigmentation), Vomiting, Seizure, and Hyperkalemia and 8 more.
Organ System | Phenotype Count | Example Features |
|---|---|---|
Digestive system | 2 | Vomiting, Feeding difficulties in infancy |
Hormones | 2 | Adrenal hypoplasia, Adrenal insufficiency |
Skin | 1 | Skin color changes (abnormality of skin pigmentation) |
Brain and nerves | 1 | Seizure |
Heart and blood vessels | 1 | Abnormality of the cardiovascular system |
Lungs and breathing | 1 | Apnea |
Biomarker and diagnostic research for chronic primary adrenal insufficiency has been reported in the published literature.
Estimated prevalence: 1-5 in 10,000 (Uncommon).
6 clinical trials registered, 1 recruiting. Interventions under study include other interventions and medical devices. Pipeline includes 4 NA. Research is primarily sponsored by academic and government institutions.
NCT ID | Title | Phase | Sponsor | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
[NCT06309498](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06309498) | Residual Adrenal Function in Addison's Disease | — | Istituto Auxologico Italiano | UNKNOWN |
[NCT07413874](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07413874) | Telehealth Music Therapy for Adults With Endocrine Disorder and Depression | NA | Appalachian State University | UNKNOWN |
[NCT01793168](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT01793168) | Rare Disease Patient Registry & Natural History Study - Coordination of Rare Diseases at Sanford | — | Sanford Health | RECRUITING |
[NCT04252001](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04252001) | Growing up With the Young Endocrine Support System (YESS!) | NA | dr. Laura C. G. de Graaff-Herder | NOT_YET_RECRUITING |
[NCT07367425](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07367425) | Risks of Ramadan Fasting in Patients With Primary Adrenal Insufficiency Treated With Prednisolone. | NA | Hopital La Rabta | NOT_YET_RECRUITING |
97 publications have been identified in PubMed for chronic primary adrenal insufficiency. Research spans Review / Meta-Analysis (34%), Case Report / Case Series (33%), and Epidemiology / Natural History (13%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Research summaries | 33 | 34% |
Patient case studies | 32 | 33% |
Disease patterns and progression | 13 | 13% |
Laboratory research | 7 | 7% |
Other research | 5 | 5% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 3 |
Zhao X (2026). [PMID: 42466338](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42466338/). *Front Endocrinol (Lausanne)*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Garuma MT (2026). [PMID: 42568851](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42568851/). *IDCases*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Thomas N (2026). [PMID: 41328708](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41328708/). *Diabetes Metab Res Rev*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Franco BB (2026). [PMID: 42221389](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42221389/). *AACE Endocrinol Diabetes*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Baioumi A (2026). [PMID: 41712317](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41712317/). *J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Bello MO (2026). [PMID: 30725896](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30725896/). *Unknown Journal*. [Other]
Robinson MF (2026). [PMID: 42687098](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42687098/). *J Racial Ethn Health Disparities*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Axakova A (2026). [PMID: 42561935](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42561935/). *Am J Hum Genet*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Colorado Franco LA (2026). [PMID: 42220732](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42220732/). *Cureus*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Chifu I (2026). [PMID: 40608904](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40608904/). *J Clin Endocrinol Metab*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Data assembled from 6 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 20, 2026, 6:07 PM UTC
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Clinical study results | 3 | 3% |
New treatment approaches | 1 | 1% |
AI-curated news mentioning chronic primary adrenal insufficiency
Updated May 15, 2026
A recent observational cohort study highlights rare causes of pediatric primary adrenal insufficiency, providing valuable insights into this condition. The findings may inform future research and clinical approaches to diagnosis and treatment.
A case report highlights primary adrenal insufficiency in a patient with pseudo-neonatal adrenoleukodystrophy, contributing to the understanding of this rare condition. The findings may inform future research and clinical approaches to managing similar cases.