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Adrenocortical Adenoma  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A benign neoplasm of the ADRENAL CORTEX. It is characterized by a well-defined nodular lesion, usually less than 2.5 cm. Most adrenocortical adenomas are nonfunctional. The functional ones are yellow and contain LIPIDS. Depending on the cell type or cortical zone involved, they may produce ALDOSTERONE; HYDROCORTISONE; DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE; and/or ANDROSTENEDIONE. An ADENOMA of the ZONA GLOMERULOSA that produces ALDOSTERONE and HYPERALDOSTERONISM.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Adenoma, Adrenal Cortical
  • Adenoma, Adrenocortical

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-M5HSFN45-3

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