Dynamic testing in Cushing's syndrome.
Endogenous Cushing's syndrome (CS) results from chronic exposure to excess glucocorticoids. CS can be ACTH-dependent, caused by ACTH-secreting pituitary or ectopic tumours, or ACTH-independent, caused by cortisol-secreting adrenal tumours. CS can be an extremely difficult diagnosis to make, and...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2008
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