Cushing's syndrome caused by an adrenal adenoma

J Pediatr Surg. 1998 Apr;33(4):644-6. doi: 10.1016/s0022-3468(98)90335-9.

Abstract

A 10-year-old boy presented with features of Cushing's syndrome. Investigations, including ultrasound scan and computed tomography scans, demonstrated a right adrenal tumor. The tumor was excised and histologically found to be an encapsulated adrenal adenoma. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice for adrenal tumors. However, because it is often difficult to differentiate benign from malignant lesions on histopathologic grounds, these patients need a regular long-term follow-up.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Neoplasms / complications*
  • Adrenocortical Adenoma / complications*
  • Child
  • Cushing Syndrome / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Male