Adrenocortical adenoma

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Adrenocortical adenoma

Adrenocortical adenoma (pronunciation: ad-reno-corti-cal ad-e-no-ma) is a benign tumor that originates from the adrenal cortex, the outer layer of the adrenal gland.

Etymology

The term "adrenocortical" is derived from "adreno-", referring to the adrenal glands, and "cortical", pertaining to the cortex. "Adenoma" is derived from the Greek words "aden", meaning gland, and "-oma", a suffix used in medical terminology to denote a benign tumor.

Overview

Adrenocortical adenomas are usually non-functioning, meaning they do not produce hormones. However, some can become functioning and produce excess amounts of hormones, such as cortisol or aldosterone, leading to conditions such as Cushing's syndrome or Conn's syndrome respectively.

Symptoms

The symptoms of an adrenocortical adenoma can vary depending on whether the tumor is functioning or non-functioning. Non-functioning adenomas often do not cause symptoms and are usually discovered incidentally during imaging tests for other conditions. Functioning adenomas, on the other hand, can cause symptoms related to the excess production of hormones.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of an adrenocortical adenoma typically involves imaging tests such as CT scan or MRI, and blood and urine tests to measure hormone levels. In some cases, a biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment for adrenocortical adenoma depends on the size of the tumor and whether it is functioning or non-functioning. Options may include surgery, medication to manage hormone levels, and regular monitoring.

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