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Cushing's syndrome.

V Bhatia1

  • 1Department of Endocrinology, Sanjay Gandhi Post-graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, UP.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|March 1, 1997
PubMed
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Endogenous Cushing's Syndrome (CS) in children is rare, with varying causes based on age. Early diagnosis and experienced management are crucial for improving outcomes, though challenges like recurrence after surgery persist.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Pediatric Oncology

Background:

  • Endogenous Cushing's Syndrome (CS) is uncommon in children.
  • Etiology varies with age: primary adrenal causes in younger children, corticotroph adenoma in older children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a stepwise diagnostic approach for pediatric CS.
  • To discuss current management strategies and recent advancements.
  • To highlight persistent challenges in pediatric CS care.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of diagnostic and management protocols for pediatric CS.
  • Evaluation of advancements like MRI, ACTH assays, IPSS, and TSS.
  • Analysis of treatment outcomes and recurrence rates.

Main Results:

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  • Diagnostic evaluation requires a methodical, stepwise approach to confirm disease and identify etiology.
  • Advanced techniques like MRI and IPSS have improved diagnosis and treatment.
  • Transsphenoidal surgery (TSS) offers improved care, but high recurrence rates in children require further attention.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric CS necessitates specialized, experienced management.
  • While advancements have improved care, addressing high recurrence rates post-TSS is critical.
  • The prognosis for adrenal carcinoma in children remains poor.