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(E24.8) Other cushing syndrome
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214 832 in individuals diagnosis other cushing syndrome confirmed
3 085 deaths with diagnosis other cushing syndrome
1% mortality rate associated with the disease other cushing syndrome
Diagnosis other cushing syndrome is diagnosed Women are 42.10% more likely than Men
62 196
Men receive the diagnosis other cushing syndrome
915 (1.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other cushing syndrome
2 170 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other cushing syndrome - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features other cushing syndrome
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other cushing syndrome - what does this mean
Other cushing syndrome is a rare condition caused by excess production of cortisol from a non-pituitary source, such as an adrenal gland tumor, ectopic acth-producing tumor, or adrenal hyperplasia. symptoms can include weight gain, thinning of the skin, stretch marks, muscle weakness, high blood pressure, diabetes, and fatigue.
What happens during the disease - other cushing syndrome
Other cushing syndrome is a rare disorder caused by an excess of glucocorticoids, which are hormones produced by the adrenal glands. it can be caused by a variety of factors including tumors in the adrenal glands, pituitary gland, or other parts of the body; taking too much glucocorticoid medication; and rarely, genetic mutations. the excess glucocorticoids interfere with normal body processes, leading to a wide range of symptoms including weight gain, thinning of the skin, easy bruising, fatigue, and high blood pressure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination to check for signs of Cushing syndrome
- Blood tests to measure cortisol levels
- Urine tests to measure cortisol levels
- Imaging tests such as CT or MRI scans of the adrenal glands
- 24-hour urine collection to measure cortisol levels
- Dexamethasone suppression test to measure cortisol levels
- CRH stimulation test to measure cortisol levels
- Genetic testing to look for mutations in the genes that cause Cushing syndrome
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the production of cortisol or block its action.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Medications to reduce cortisol production
- Radiation therapy
- Injections of ketoconazole to block cortisol production
- Injections of mitotane to block cortisol production
- Injections of pasireotide to block cortisol production
- Injections of mifepristone to block cortisol action
- Injections of etomidate to block cortisol action
- Transsphenoidal surgery to remove the tumor
14 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other cushing syndrome - Prevention
Other cushing syndrome is best prevented by avoiding long-term use of glucocorticoid medications and by managing any underlying medical conditions that may be contributing to the syndrome. additionally, regular monitoring of hormone levels and prompt treatment of any symptoms or signs of the syndrome can help to reduce the risk of developing the condition.