Korean J Urol.  1974 Jun;15(2):131-134.

A Case Report of Virilizing Tumor of Adrenal Cortex

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  • 1Department of Urology, College of Urology, Chonnam National University, Kwang-Ju, Korea.

Abstract

Functional adrenal tumor may release a variety of hormones resulting in several clinical syndrome including virilzation, Cushing's syndrome, feminization and hyperaldosteronism. 'We report here a case of virilizing tumor of the adrenal cortex in 6 year.old female who presented hirsutism. enlarged clitoris resembling hypoepadiac penis and deep voice. These symptoms were gradually regressed after left adrenalectomy.

Keyword

adrenal tumor; virilization

MeSH Terms

Adrenal Cortex*
Adrenalectomy
Clitoris
Cushing Syndrome
Female
Feminization
Hirsutism
Humans
Hyperaldosteronism
Male
Penis
Virilism
Voice
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