Abstract:Adrenal incidentalomas are being increasingly found with the widespread use of thoracic and abdominal imaging. Clinicians must determine the nature of the mass to decide what treatment, if any, is needed. All patients should undergo biochemical testing to rule out hypercortisolism, pheochromocytoma and if hypertension is present, primary hyperaldosteronism. These patients should ideally be evaluated by endocrinologists as misdiagnosis can lead to complications.
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