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GlossaryAdrenocortical Carcinoma

rare cancer in adrenal gland's outer layer causing hormone imbalance

Adrenocortical Carcinoma (ACC), also known as Adrenal Cortex Cancer, is a rare and aggressive cancer that originates in the outer layer (cortex) of the adrenal glands, which are small glands located on top of each kidney. These glands produce hormones like cortisol, aldosterone, and androgens, which regulate various bodily functions. ACC can lead to an overproduction of these hormones, causing symptoms such as high blood pressure, weight gain, and hormonal imbalances. Early detection and treatment are crucial for improving outcomes.

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research A Case Report of Cushing's Syndrome Due to an Adrenal Carcinoma

January 1992 in “PubMed”

A woman's Cushing's syndrome caused by adrenal cancer improved after surgery.

research A Case of Androgen-Secreting Adrenal Carcinoma with Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

11 citations, January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism”

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A 70-year-old woman with a malignant adrenal tumor improved after surgery and radiotherapy.

research Case Report: A Virilizing Adrenal Oncocytoma

6 citations, March 2021 in “Frontiers in surgery”

A woman's symptoms of increased body hair and testosterone were caused by a rare adrenal tumor, which was removed successfully.

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