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Hypoglycemia in a Patient with Hypercortisolism and Adrenocortical Carcinoma: A Paradoxical Entity.
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Journal of Adolescent & Young Adult Oncology . Feb2022, Vol. 11 Issue 1, p122-125. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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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