Case Report

J Korean Soc Pediatr Endocrinol. 1997; 2(2): 248-254.

A Case of Virilizing Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma.

Seung Chul Yang, Jin Wook Choi, Moon Young Song, Byung Kyu Suh, and Byung Churl Lee

Adrenal cortical carcinoma is a rare disease both in adults and in children. Most of these tumors are functional, especially in children, producing endocrine syndromes such as virilization, Cushing syndrome, hyperaldosteronism or feminization. We experienced a case of adrenal cortical carcinoma in a 7yr old boy who showed features of virilization such as rapid growth rate, penile enlargement, and pubic hair. This case was diagnosed with typical hormonal findings and abdominal MRI and confirmed by pathologic findings. He was successfully treated by total left adrenalectomy and has been followed up without problem over eight months.

Keywords : Adrenal cortical carcinoma, Virilization