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

Authors :
Khadka S
Mandal S
Kasireddy V
Ghimire S
Maganti T
Mols-Kowalczewski B
Source :
Journal of adolescent and young adult oncology [J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol] 2022 Feb; Vol. 11 (1), pp. 122-125. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 May 12.
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.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2156-535X
Volume :
11
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of adolescent and young adult oncology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
33978483
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1089/jayao.2020.0229