Adrenal Cancer Information

Adrenal Cancer forms in the outer tissue layer of the adrenal gland. Adrenocortical Carcinoma is also called Cancer of the Adrenal Cortex.

Alternate names: Adrenal Carcinoma, Adrenocortical Carcinoma, Adrenocortical Cancer, Cancer of the Adrenal Cortex, Carcinoma of the Adrenal Cortex

A tumor of the adrenal cortex may be functioning (producing excess hormones) or non-functioning (not producing hormones).

Individuals with the hereditary diseases LiFraumeni Syndrome, Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome, and Carney Complex are at risk for Adrenal Cancer.

The following may be used to diagnose the disease:

x-rays, MRI, CT scan, and laboratory tests including blood and urine analysis.

Treatment may include surgery, radiation therapy, and/or chemotherapy. Treatment for inoperable or unresectable tumors can be utilized for palliation, but the prognosis is poor.

The 5-year survival rate for inoperable or unresectable tumors is less than 10%.

Cite:Journal: <i>Disabled World</i>. Language: English. Author: Sally Rider. Electronic Publication Date: 2009/04/01. Last Revised Date: 2009/07/20. Reference Title: "<i>Adrenal Cancer Information</i>", Source: <a href="https://www.disabled-world.com/health/cancer/adrenal-cancer.php">Adrenal Cancer Information</a>. Abstract: Adrenal Cancer forms in the outer tissue layer of the adrenal gland. Retrieved 2019-10-17, from https://www.disabled-world.com/health/cancer/adrenal-cancer.php - Reference Category Number: DW#93-1300.