triple-a syndrome (allgrove syndrome) in iranian children:report of 4 cases
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allgrove syndrome also known as triple-a syndrome is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by alacremia, achalasia and acth-resistant adrenal insufficiency. although this syndrome is rare, herein we report four cases with different clinical manifestations. they were referred to the gastrointestinal ward during a one year period with complaints of vomiting and dysphagia. the diagnosis of triple-a syndrome was confirmed after careful evaluations for vomiting.
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