Neurohypophyseal diabetes insipidus

Definition

Hereditary central diabetes insipidus is a rare genetic subtype of central diabetes insipidus (CDI) characterized by polyuria and polydipsia due to a deficiency in vasopressin (AVP) synthesis.

Also known as ADH deficiency, antidiuretic hormone deficiency, Arginine vasopressin deficiency, AVP deficiency, diabetes insipidus of pituitary gland, hereditary CDI, hereditary neurogenic diabetes insipidus, pituitary gland diabetes insipidus, vasopressin deficiency — per MONDO

Also identified as

• DOID 12388 per MONDO
• NCIT C84933 per MONDO
• OMIM 125700 per MONDO
• Orphanet 30925 per MONDO
• SCTID 45369008 per MONDO
• UMLS C0342394 per MONDO

Affected Organs