Original paper
Current management of Cushing's disease
Abstract
Cushing's disease ( CD ) is caused by a pituitary tumour that secretes adrenocorticotropin ( ACTH ) autonomously, leading to excess cortisol secretion from the adrenal glands. The condition is associated with increased morbidity and mortality that can be mitigated by treatments that result in sustained endocrine remission. Transsphenoidal pituitary surgery ( TSS ) remains the mainstay of treatment for CD but requires considerable neurosurgical...
Paper Details
Title
Current management of Cushing's disease
Published Date
Sep 12, 2019
Journal
Volume
286
Issue
5
Pages
526 - 541