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  • Title: Ectopic Cushing's syndrome secondary to pulmonary carcinoid tumor.
    Author: Hashemzadeh S, Asvadi Kermani A, Ali-Asgharzadeh A, Halimi M, Soleimani M, Ladan A.
    Journal: Ann Thorac Surg; 2013 May; 95(5):1797-9. PubMed ID: 23608267.
    Abstract:
    Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) overproduction within the pituitary gland or ectopically leads to hypercortisolism. In this study a case of Cushing's syndrome caused by an ectopic ACTH-secreting carcinoid tumor in lung is discussed, as are the available diagnostic procedures. The patient was a 28-year-old woman with clinical features starting about 6 months previously. The results of her biochemical tests suggested ectopic Cushing's syndrome. Full-body computed tomography revealed a single nodule in the inferior lobe of the right lung. After removal of the nodule, the patient's symptoms subsided clinically, and laboratory tests confirmed remission of the hypercortisolism.
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