Virilizing Adrenocortical Carcinoma Resected With Negative Margins Treated With Surgery Alone

Am Surg. 2022 Apr;88(4):781-783. doi: 10.1177/00031348211050840. Epub 2021 Nov 13.

Abstract

Adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare malignancy. A virilizing adrenocortical carcinoma is even more unique of a diagnosis. In this report, we present a rare case of this uncommon tumor with an interesting presentation, clearly documented physical exam changes over a span of at least 8 years, and a technically challenging case. We also briefly review the management of adrenocortical carcinoma. The tumor was successfully resected with no planned adjuvant treatment at this time. The patient had recurrence of menstrual cycle post-operatively and required no steroid supplementation.

Keywords: adrenal; general surgery; surgical oncology.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Neoplasms* / pathology
  • Adrenal Cortex Neoplasms* / surgery
  • Adrenocortical Carcinoma* / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans