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Cushing's Syndrome

Related Terms

  • Cushing's Disease
  • Hypercortisolism

Differential Diagnoses

Specialists

  • Endocrinologist
  • Family Practice Physician
  • General Surgeon
  • Neurosurgeon
  • Oncologist
  • Radiologist
  • Urologist

Comorbid Conditions

  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Diabetes
  • Immune system disorders
  • Psychiatric disorders

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Factors Influencing Duration

Individuals who require surgery can be expected to spend several days in the hospital with additional recovery time at home. Untreated, Cushing's syndrome can be fatal.

Medical Codes

ICD-9-CM:
255 - Disorders of Adrenal Glands
255.0 - Disorders of Adrenal Glands, Cushings Syndrome; Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to Excess ACTH Cushings Syndrome NOS, Iatrogenic, Idiopathic, Pituitary-Dependent, Ectopic ACTH Syndrome, Iatrogenic Syndrome of Excess Cortisol, Overproduction of Cortisol

Complications

Cushing's syndrome is complicated by high blood pressure, diabetes, increased susceptibility to infections, emotional disturbances, and metastasis of cancerous tumors. The bones become fragile (osteoporosis), and compression fractures of the spine are common.

Source: Medical Disability Advisor






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