Healthy cells from virtually all tissues synthesize a variety of prostaglandins, autacoids which can significantly alter cellular functions. An absolute or relative deficiency of prostaglandins has now been demonstrated in many diseases or clinical conditions. These include 'natural' disorders such as peptic ulcer disease and diabetes mellitus. These also include 'acquired' or iatrogenic conditions such as cyclosporine nephrotoxicity and the gastropathy induced by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. We believe that the diversity of the disorders associated with prostaglandin deficiency may be wider and of greater pathogenetic importance than is currently recognized. We propose: 1) that prostaglandin deficiency will be demonstrated in many abnormalities which are now described as of uncertain etiology; and 2) that adverse effects from many commonly prescribed drugs may also be related to an unrecognized and unfavorable alteration in prostaglandin synthesis, disposal, or activity.
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