Densely calcified adrenals with preserved cortical function

A patient with preserved adrenocortical function despite densely calcified adrenals is described. Similar cases have demonstrated a discrepancy between the apparent destruction of the glands, as judged by the extent of calcification radiographically, and their functional integrity. This case provide...

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Published in:The American journal of the medical sciences 1988-07, Vol.296 (1), p.67-68
Main Author: Georgitis, W J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adrenal Cortex Function Tests
Adrenal Gland Diseases - diagnostic imaging
Adrenal Gland Diseases - physiopathology
Adult
Calcinosis - diagnostic imaging
Calcinosis - physiopathology
Female
Humans
Radiography
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Summary:A patient with preserved adrenocortical function despite densely calcified adrenals is described. Similar cases have demonstrated a discrepancy between the apparent destruction of the glands, as judged by the extent of calcification radiographically, and their functional integrity. This case provided a unique opportunity to compare the results of adrenal function testing, adrenal appearance by computed tomograms, and adrenal histology with an actual clinical response to a variety of stresses capable of precipitating acute adrenal insufficiency.
ISSN:0002-9629
DOI:10.1097/00000441-198807000-00012