Investigation, management and therapeutic outcome in 12 cases of childhood and adolescent Cushing's syndrome.

Investigation, management and therapeutic outcome in 12 cases of childhood and adolescent Cushing's syndrome.

OBJECTIVE: Cushing's syndrome in childhood and adolescence is rare. We analysed the clinical presentation, investigation, management and therapeutic outcome in 12 paediatric patients with Cushing's syndrome. DESIGN: Retrospective review of case notes. PATIENTS: Twelve patients, 7 males and...

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Main Authors:	Weber, A, Trainer, P, Grossman, AB, Afshar, F, Medbak, S, Perry, L, Plowman, P, Rees, L, Besser, G, Savage, M
Format:	Journal article
Language:	English
Published:	1995

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