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[Adrenal oncocytoma]
A Vara Castrodeza1, P Ablanedo Ablanedo, J García García
1Servicio de Radiodiagnóstico, Hospital Na. Sa. de Covadonga (HCA), Oviedo, Asturias, España. alejovara@arrakis.es
Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|July 31, 1999
Summary
This case report details an incidentally discovered adrenocortical oncocytoma in a 30-year-old male. Adrenocortical oncocytoma should be considered in the differential diagnosis of adrenal masses.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Adrenocortical oncocytoma is a rare adrenal tumor.
- Incidental discovery of adrenal masses is increasingly common.
Observation:
- A 30-year-old male presented with an incidentally discovered adrenal mass.
- Imaging studies (US, CT, arteriography) suggested an adrenal origin.
Findings:
- Histopathological and ultrastructural examination confirmed a benign adrenocortical oncocytoma.
- The tumor showed moderate cell atypia but no infiltration.
Implications:
- This case expands the literature on adrenocortical oncocytoma.
- Highlights the importance of including adrenocortical oncocytoma in the differential diagnosis of solid adrenal tumors.