What is the life expectancy of someone with Cushing’s disease?

Cushing’s disease can cause fatal complications if left untreated, but with appropriate care, life expectancy for someone with the disease is thought to be comparable to the general population. More studies are needed as there is some contradictory data regarding mortality rates in this patient population. Nonetheless, all evidence supports the fact that the prognosis for people with Cushing’s disease is typically better if the disease-driving tumor can be fully removed. Patients with persistent or active disease generally have an increased mortality risk.