Tag: Cushing
Cushing’s syndrome
ACTH-independent hypercortisolism: Cushing's disease; Ectopic ACTH, ectopic CRH secretion (especially bronchial carcinoma).
ACTH-dependent hypercortisolism: cortisolic adenoma; primary carcinoma; primitive hyperplasia and dysplasia.
A - SIGNS:
* Deformities:...
Plasma Aldosterone
Secreted by the adrenal cortex, aldosterone acts on the distal convoluted tube and causes reabsorption of sodium, potassium excretion and H + ions.
Its secretion...
Stretch Marks
Stretch marks are cutaneous linear depressions oriented along the lines of tension to the skin. They correspond to areas of tension in the fat...
