Pituitary ACTH Hypersecretion

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Is a:

Disease or Syndrome

Definition:

A disease of the pituitary gland characterized by the excess amount of adrenocorticotropic hormone secreted. This leads to hypersecretion of cortisol (hydrocortisone) by the adrenal glands resulting in cushing syndrome.

Synonyms:

ACTH Hypersecretion, Pituitary
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone, Inappropriate Secretion
Cushing Disease
Disease, Cushing
Hypersecretion, Pituitary ACTH
Inappropriate ACTH Secretion Syndrome
Inappropriate Adrenocorticotropic Hormone Secretion

Broader Topics:

Hyperpituitarism

Narrower Topics:

None

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