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[Bilateral macronodular adrenal hyperplasia: a rare cause of Cushing's syndrome (a case report)].
- Source :
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The Pan African medical journal [Pan Afr Med J] 2021 Jun 02; Vol. 39, pp. 98. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Jun 02 (Print Publication: 2021). - Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- Bilateral macronodular adrenal hyperplasia (BMAH) is a rare cause of adrenal Cushing's syndrome, accounting for less than 1% of cases. We here report the case of a 48-year-old patient with diabetes and hypertension presenting with clinical signs of Cushing's syndrome. Etiological assessment enabled clinicians to retain the diagnosis of Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)-independent hypercortisolism associated with BMAH. Unilateral left adrenalectomy was performed based on noriodocholesterol scintigraphy results, with good outcome. However, given the risk of recurrence and cardiovascular complications, long-term monitoring was scheduled.<br />Competing Interests: Les auteurs ne déclarent aucun conflit d´intérêts.<br /> (Copyright: Yassine Er-rahali et al.)
Details
- Language :
- French
- ISSN :
- 1937-8688
- Volume :
- 39
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- The Pan African medical journal
- Publication Type :
- Report
- Accession number :
- 34466200
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.11604/pamj.2021.39.98.26041