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Pregnancy complicated by Cushing's syndrome
M Mazor1, J R Leiberman, R Korenblum
1Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel.
Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics
|January 1, 1987
Summary
A rare case of Cushing's syndrome in pregnancy caused by an adrenal adenoma resulted in a healthy full-term infant and good maternal outcome, despite delayed treatment.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Obstetrics
- Oncology
Background:
- Cushing's syndrome during pregnancy is rare and associated with significant maternal and fetal risks.
- Adrenal adenomas are the most common cause of endogenous Cushing's syndrome.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a case of Cushing's syndrome in pregnancy secondary to an adrenal adenoma.
- To highlight the management and outcomes in such a challenging clinical scenario.
Main Methods:
- Case report detailing clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, and management.
- Review of relevant literature on Cushing's syndrome in pregnancy.
Main Results:
- Successful delivery of a normal, full-term infant.
- Positive maternal outcome achieved despite delayed therapeutic intervention.
Conclusions:
- Cushing's syndrome in pregnancy, even with an adrenal adenoma, can have favorable outcomes with appropriate monitoring and management.
- Delayed treatment until postpartum did not preclude a successful pregnancy and good maternal health.