Central diabetes insipidus (DI) is a condition characterised by the insufficient production of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) from the posterior pituitary, leading to excessive thirst and the excretion of large volumes of dilute urine. Understanding central DI is crucial in clinical practice as it can result in significant dehydration and electrolyte imbalances if untreated. A key association is with head trauma, which can damage the pituitary gland and disrupt ADH secretion.
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