Asynchronous Rhythm of Steroidogenic Factor 1 and Period Homolog 2 mRNA Expression in Mouse Y1 Adrenocorticol Tumor Cells [PDF]
, 2010 The relationship between the expression of Steroidogenic factor 1 (Sf1) and the circadian-related gene, period homolog 2 (Per2), in the adrenal cortex is still unknown.
Hajime Nawata +9 more
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Evaluation of Potential Hormonal Activities of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
Phytotherapy Research, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Ashwagandha is a widely used herb in traditional medicine systems, particularly Ayurveda. Despite its extensive tradition, growing concerns regarding its potential endocrinological effects have prompted scientific scrutiny. This review systematically evaluates the current preclinical, clinical, and case study evidence concerning AS's effects ...
Günter Vollmer, Thomas Brendler
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Role of ACTH receptor in adrenocortical tumor formation
Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 2000 Adrenocorticotrophin (ACTH) is the major regulatory hormone of steroid synthesis and secretion by adrenocortical cells. The actions of ACTH are mediated by its specific membrane receptor (ACTH-R).
A.C. Latronico
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Case Report: Surgery to remove adrenocortical oncocytic carcinoma from an Asian male
Frontiers in Surgery, 2023 Adrenocortical oncocytic carcinoma is a rare type of adrenocortical tumor. Its clinical characteristics and biological behavior need to be further evaluated after the accumulation of cases.
Hongtao Liu +3 more
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Sexual Differentiation of Circadian Clock Function in the Adrenal Gland [PDF]
, 2016 Sex differences in glucocorticoid production are associated with increased responsiveness of the adrenal gland in females. However, the adrenal-intrinsic mechanisms that establish sexual dimorphic function remain ill defined. Glucocorticoid production is
Evans, Jennifer A. +5 more
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Effects of Tributyltin Chloride on Human Neuronal Differentiation and Mice Brain Development
Environmental Toxicology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT According to the developmental origins of health and disease hypothesis, perinatal exposure to an environmental toxicant during the development of the nervous system could cause a permanent cellular modification that may promote the appearance of neurodegenerative diseases at an older age.
Ester López‐Gallardo +10 more
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Free serum cortisol: quantification applying equilibrium dialysis or ultrafiltration and an automated immunoassay system [PDF]
, 2007 Background: Quantification of bioactive, free serum cortisol concentrations can characterize adrenocortical function more appropriately compared to total serum cortisol measurement.
Briegel, Josef +2 more
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Interventional oncology in children: Where are we now?
Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Oncology, EarlyView.Abstract Paediatric Interventional Oncology (IO) lags behind adult IO due to a scarcity of specific outcome data. The suboptimal way to evolve this field is relying heavily on adult experiences. The distinct tumour types prevalent in children, such as extracranial germ cell tumours, sarcomas, and neuroblastoma, differ strongly from those found in ...
Premal Amrishkumar Patel +1 more
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Pediatric adrenocortical carcinoma revealed by isolated Cushing syndrome: A case report
Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports, 2023 Background: Adrenocortical carcinoma accounts for less than 0.2% of all pediatric malignancies. Virilization is the most common revealing sign, whereas hyperaldosteronism and Cushing syndrome are less common.We report a case of adrenocortical carcinoma ...
Hakima Chafaaoui +4 more
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Preclinical Cushing's syndrome in adrenal incidentalomas [PDF]
, 1992 Adrenal tumors are usually diagnosed by clinical symptoms of hormone excess. The increasing use of ultrasound and computed tomography results in the detection of a substantial number of incidentally discovered adrenal tumors.
Allolio, B. +5 more
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