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GlossaryAdrenocortical Oncocytoma

rare benign adrenal gland tumor with hormone-producing potential

Adrenocortical Oncocytoma is a rare, typically benign tumor that arises from the adrenal cortex, the outer layer of the adrenal glands located above the kidneys. These tumors are composed of oncocytes, which are cells characterized by an abundance of mitochondria, giving them a granular appearance under a microscope. While most adrenocortical oncocytomas do not cause symptoms, some may produce hormones that lead to clinical manifestations such as hypertension or Cushing's syndrome.

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research Co-Secretion of Testosterone and Cortisol by a Functional Adrenocortical Oncocytoma

16 citations, August 2007 in “Histopathology”

A woman's rare adrenal tumor caused high testosterone and cortisol levels, which normalized after the tumor was removed.

research Testosterone- and Cortisol-Secreting Adrenocortical Oncocytoma: An Unusual Cause of Hirsutism

7 citations, January 2014 in “Case reports in endocrinology”

A woman's excessive hair growth was caused by a rare benign tumor in her adrenal gland, which was successfully removed.

research Virilizing Adrenocortical Oncocytoma in a Toddler

December 2017 in “Journal of pediatric surgery case reports”

A toddler with a rare adrenal gland tumor causing male-like physical changes was successfully treated with surgery.

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.

research A Large Benign Adrenocortical Adenoma Cosecreting Testosterone and Cortisol

April 2024 in “JCEM case reports”

A woman's rare benign tumor that released both cortisol and testosterone was successfully removed, improving her health.

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