Cushing disease in pediatrics: an update
Cushing disease (CD) is the main cause of endogenous Cushing syndrome (CS) and is produced by an adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)-producing pituitary adenoma. Its relevance in pediatrics is due to the retardation of both growth and developmental processes because of hypercortisolism. In childhood,...
Main Authors: | , , , , , , , |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Korean Society of Pediatric Endocrinology
2023-06-01
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Series: | Annals of Pediatric Endocrinology & Metabolism |
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Online Access: | http://e-apem.org/upload/pdf/apem-2346074-037.pdf |