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Adrenocortical Carcinoma (ACC)

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What is Adrenocortical Cancer?

Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare and aggressive cancer of the adrenal cortex. Here's an overview:

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Symptoms

  • Abdominal pain or mass
  • Hormonal imbalances: Excess cortisol, aldosterone, or androgens
  • Weight loss
  • Fatigue
  • Cushing's syndrome: Weight gain, high blood pressure, and other symptoms

Diagnosis

  • Imaging tests: CT, MRI, or PET scans
  • Biopsy: Tissue sample to confirm cancer diagnosis
  • Hormone level tests: To detect hormonal imbalances

Treatment

  • Surgery: Removing the tumor and affected adrenal gland
  • Chemotherapy: Medications to kill cancer cells
  • Radiation therapy: To control tumor growth
  • Targeted therapy: Medications targeting specific cancer cell genes or proteins

Prognosis:

  • Variable: Depends on tumor stage, size, and response to treatment
  • Early detection: Improves treatment outcomes

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?
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  • Management Team
    Dr. Sapana Bothra Jain

    Professor & HOD

    Experience8years

    QualificationMBBS, MS (General surgery), MCh Endocrine and Breast Surgery (SGPGIMS Lucknow)

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