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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
[[CT scan]] of the adrenal gland is performed to detect the presence of adrenal [[adenoma]]s. | [[CT scan]] of the adrenal gland is performed to detect the presence of adrenal [[adenoma]]s and the cause of ectopic ACTH. | ||
==Cushing's syndrome CT== | ==Cushing's syndrome CT== | ||
[[CT scan]] of the adrenal gland is performed to detect the presence of | [[CT scan]] of the adrenal gland is performed to detect the presence of adrenal [[adenoma]]s and the cause of ectopic ACTH. | ||
It is usually done after: | It is usually done after: | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Furqan M M. M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
CT scan of the adrenal gland is performed to detect the presence of adrenal adenomas and the cause of ectopic ACTH.
Cushing's syndrome CT
CT scan of the adrenal gland is performed to detect the presence of adrenal adenomas and the cause of ectopic ACTH.
It is usually done after:
- Establishing hypercortisolism
- Measuring ACTH levels.