Abstract:Introduction: Ectopic Cushing’s syndrome (ECS) refers to Cushing’s syndrome (CS) that results from extra-pituitary secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are a rare cause of ECS, and their presence in the anterior mediastinum only represents 2-4% of all cases. We report a rare case of ECS in a patient with an atypical mediastinal carcinoid tumor.
Case Presentation: A 38-year-old male with a history of depression presented with generalized weakness, fatigue,… Show more
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