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Nonfunctioning adrenal masses: incidental discovery on computed tomography

H S Glazer, P J Weyman, S S Sagel

    AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology
    |July 1, 1982
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    Incidental adrenal masses found on CT scans are often benign. Most nonfunctioning adrenal masses do not require intervention, suggesting a conservative management approach for these incidental findings.

    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Radiology
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Adrenal masses are frequently discovered incidentally during imaging studies.
    • Distinguishing benign from malignant adrenal masses is crucial for patient management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the natural history of incidentally discovered adrenal masses without clinical or biochemical evidence of pathology.
    • To propose a management strategy for these incidental adrenal findings.

    Main Methods:

    • Computed tomography (CT) was used to identify 16 adrenal masses in asymptomatic patients.
    • Follow-up CT scans were performed on 10 patients.
    • Surgical adrenalectomy or autopsy was performed in 6 patients.

    Main Results:

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    • Sixteen adrenal masses were identified incidentally on CT scans.
    • Five masses were confirmed as adenomas or nodular hyperplasia after adrenalectomy.
    • One autopsy revealed a cortical adenoma.
    • Ten masses showed no change in size on follow-up imaging over 4-16 months.

    Conclusions:

    • The majority of incidentally discovered adrenal masses in patients without clinical or biochemical abnormalities are benign.
    • A conservative management approach, including observation with follow-up imaging, is appropriate for nonfunctioning adrenal masses.
    • This approach avoids unnecessary interventions and associated risks.