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Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion

What is Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion?

Cushing syndrome due to ectopic (adrenocorticotropic hormone) ACTH secretion (EAS) is a form of ACTH-dependent Cushing syndrome (see this term) caused by excess secretion of ACTH by a benign or, more often, malignant non-pituitary tumor.

Other condition names

  • Adrenocorticotropic hormone secretion syndrome
  • Ectopic ACTH secreting tumor
  • Ectopic Cushing syndrome
  • Occult ectopic ACTH secretion
  • Paraneoplastic Cushing syndrome

Inheritance type

Not applicable

Age of Onset

  • Adult
  • Elderly
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