A 7 yr old boy underwent neurosurgery for craniopharyngioma following which pituitary functions were lost. Which of the following hormone should be replaced first ?
Correct Answer: Hydrocoisone
Description: Hydrocoisone is a coicosteroid mainly used for anti inflammatory action. It may have lot of side effects due to a neurosurgery. Hence, it should be first replaced after a surgery Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition
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