Although rare, researchers say that recurrent Cushing’s disease can be caused by tumor cells accidentally left in the sphenoid…
Articles by Margarida Maia, PhD
Mutations in the USP8 gene appear to switch on a signaling pathway, called Sonic Hedgehog (SHH), in pituitary tumors that…
After an unrelated medical exam revealed a mass on a man’s right adrenal gland, further testing showed his symptoms were…
A father and daughter who carried the same genetic variant both developed Cushing’s disease, according to a recent report.
After surgery for Cushing’s disease, very low levels of cortisol in the morning strongly predict that a patient will…
An artificial intelligence (AI)-designed small molecule that targets the NR3C1 gene may offer a safer, more effective treatment for Cushing’s…
April is Cushing’s Awareness Month, a global effort during which advocacy groups — such as the Cushing’s Support &…
A urine test that measures cortisol, cortisone, and dexamethasone simultaneously can improve the reliability of 24-hour urinary free cortisol (UFC)…
Relacorilant, an oral treatment being developed by Corcept Therapeutics, appears to be safe and effective for controlling high…
In Cushing’s disease, an imaging technique that uses a radioactive tracer targeting the CXCR4 protein may help locate the…