Adrenocortical_hyperfunction

Adrenocortical hyperfunction

Adrenocortical hyperfunction

Medical condition

Adrenocortical hyperfunction is a condition where there is an overexpression of products of the adrenal cortex.[1] When cortisol is overproduced, it is called Cushing's syndrome. When aldosterone is overproduced, it is called hyperaldosteronism.[citation needed]

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References

  1. [1]
    Magiakou, Maria Alexandra (August 2004). "Growth in disorders of adrenal hyperfunction". Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews: PER. 1 (Suppl 3): 484–489. ISSN 1565-4753. PMID 16444179. Retrieved 10 October 2021.


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