Adrenocortical Carcinoma
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Adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare malignant tumor that originates in the cortex of the adrenal glands, located above each kidney and responsible for producing various hormones. Because of its rarity, it requires a specialized and careful evaluation.
How it may show up: In some cases it produces an excess of hormones that causes physical changes or blood pressure changes; in others it is detected through abdominal discomfort or incidentally on an imaging study.
When to seek care? It is advisable to assess unexplained hormonal symptoms or the presence of an abdominal mass detected on exams.
Who treats it? The oncologist coordinates the approach to this type of tumor, with the involvement of a general surgeon and, depending on the case, the urologist. If you have been told about this diagnosis, the most prudent thing is to continue the workup with specialized professionals.
Data on 188 doctors who treat adrenocortical carcinoma
Which specialist treats adrenocortical carcinoma?
Adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare cancerous tumor of the adrenal gland. A urologist and an oncologist are the specialists who evaluate and provide treatment, while a general surgeon may be involved when surgery is needed. If you have persistent abdominal pain or unexplained hormonal changes, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in adrenocortical carcinoma
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Dr. Gabriela Berenice Vazquez De la Peña
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Edson David Rodríguez Valle
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Frequently asked questions
What is adrenocortical carcinoma?
Adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare malignant tumor that originates in the cortex of the adrenal glands, located above each kidney and responsible for producing various hormones. Because of its rarity, it requires a specialized and careful evaluation.
Which doctor treats adrenocortical carcinoma?
Adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare cancerous tumor of the adrenal gland. A urologist and an oncologist are the specialists who evaluate and provide treatment, while a general surgeon may be involved when surgery is needed. If you have persistent abdominal pain or unexplained hormonal changes, see one of these specialists.