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Hypoglycemia in a Patient with Hypercortisolism and Adrenocortical Carcinoma: A Paradoxical Entity.

Authors :
Khadka, Sushmita
Mandal, Shobha
Kasireddy, Vineela
Ghimire, Subash
Maganti, Tejaswini
Mols-Kowalczewski, Barbara
Source :
Journal of Adolescent & Young Adult Oncology. Feb2022, Vol. 11 Issue 1, p122-125. 4p.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Adrenal cortical carcinoma is a rare and aggressive cancer with poor prognosis. Cases usually present with signs and symptoms of excessive hormone production. Hyperglycemia and Cushing syndrome are common, but tumor-associated hypoglycemia due to paraneoplastic secretion of insulin-like growth factor-2 (termed Anderson's syndrome) is uncommon. Given the rarity of adrenal cortical carcinoma, diagnosis and management of associated complications is challenging. In this study, we present a case of metastatic adrenal cortical carcinoma with a myriad of hormonal abnormalities. We will also briefly review literature regarding genetic association, pathophysiology, treatment options, and prognosis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
21565333
Volume :
11
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Adolescent & Young Adult Oncology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
155187699
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1089/jayao.2020.0229