Occult ectopic adrenocorticotropic hormone secretion: diagnostic dilemma and infective consequence

A 42-year-old male presented with polyuria, polydipsia and weight loss. His initial physical exam showed a paucity of cushingoid features. Diagnostic work up was consistent with an ectopic adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) secretion. Imaging studies showed a small anterior mediastinal lesion withou...

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Main Authors: Njideka Momah, Thomas Koroscil
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-11-01
Series:Clinics and Practice
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Online Access:https://www.clinicsandpractice.org/index.php/cp/article/view/519