6453 Cushing Syndrome And Bilateral Adrenal Incidentalomas In A Patient With Mucopolysaccharidosis

Abstract Disclosure: D. John: None. M. Kinaan: None. TITLE Cushing Syndrome & Bilateral Adrenal Incidentalomas in a patient with Mucopolysaccharidosis Affiliation of Authors Dieula John M.D., M.B.A.,a,b Mustafa Kinaan M.D.,a,baEndocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Fellowship, UCF HCA Healthcare GME, Orlando, FL. bDepartment of Internal Medicine, UCF College of Medicine, Orlando, FL. This research was supported (in whole or in part) by HCA Healthcare and/or an HCA Healthcare affiliated entity. The views expressed in this publication represent those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of HCA Healthcare or any of its affiliated entities. Introduction: Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) is a group of hereditary and incurable storage diseases characterized by a deficiency of enzymes involved in the metabolism of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) at the lysosomal level. MPS are usually inherited in autosomal recessive or x-linked pattern. MPS affects functioning of the cells, tissues and organs where the GAGs products typically accumulate. This can result in neurologic, developmental, and neoplastic issues. While endocrine disturbances in MPS have been reported, the literature on hypercortisolism and adrenal masses in MPS is limited. We present a case of a patient with MPS diagnosed with Cushing Syndrome (CS) as part of evaluation for adrenal incidentalomas. Case Description: A 50 year old male with a medical history of MPS, DVT, and developmental delay presented to our clinic accompanied by his mother for evaluation of adrenal incidentalomas. CT abdomen incidentally showed a left adrenal non-calcified, non-hemorrhagic mass measuring 3.9 x 3.6 cm with a pre-contrast attenuation of 45 Hounsfield units. Delayed washout was not obtained, and washout calculation couldn’t be performed. These radiologic features were suspicious for malignancy. Repeat CT with adrenal protocol showed left adrenal mass measuring 4.5 x 3.9 cm with central necrosis, unenhanced attenuation of 42 HU, and no drop-in attenuation on delayed phase indicating poor absolute and relative washout. There was also a right adrenal mass measuring up to 2.2 cm 54.5% absolute washout and 39.0% relative washout. Biochemical workup showed no pheochromocytoma, hyperaldosteronism, or adrenal hyperandrogenism. However, his dex suppression test was consistent with ACTH-independent CS. The patient was referred to an endocrine surgeon. We anticipate more information to be available based on the pathology of the excised tumor following his urgent surgery. Conclusion: MPS diseases are extremely rare and their effects on the endocrine system in general, and the adrenal gland specifically, is limited. Our case would serve as the first reported case of CS in MPS patient based on our literature search. In addition, we’ll discuss the pathology findings once the tumor is excised and highlight the connection between the adrenal mass and this lysosomal storage disease. Presentation: 6/3/2024

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6453 Cushing Syndrome And Bilateral Adrenal Incidentalomas In A Patient With Mucopolysaccharidosis

Mustafa Kinaan, Debbie John
Journal of the Endocrine Society
Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments
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6453 Cushing Syndrome And Bilateral Adrenal Incidentalomas In A Patient With Mucopolysaccharidosis

Mustafa Kinaan, Debbie John
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Abstract Disclosure: D. John: None. M. Kinaan: None. TITLE Cushing Syndrome & Bilateral Adrenal Incidentalomas in a patient with Mucopolysaccharidosis Affiliation of Authors Dieula John M.D., M.B.A.,a,b Mustafa Kinaan M.D.,a,baEndocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Fellowship, UCF HCA Healthcare GME, Orlando, FL. bDepartment of Internal Medicine, UCF College of Medicine, Orlando, FL. This research was supported (in whole or in part) by HCA Healthcare and/or an HCA Healthcare affiliated entity. The views expressed in this publication represent those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of HCA Healthcare or any of its affiliated entities. Introduction: Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) is a group of hereditary and incurable storage diseases characterized by a deficiency of enzymes involved in the metabolism of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) at the lysosomal level. MPS are usually inherited in autosomal recessive or x-linked pattern. MPS affects functioning of the cells, tissues and organs where the GAGs products typically accumulate. This can result in neurologic, developmental, and neoplastic issues. While endocrine disturbances in MPS have been reported, the literature on hypercortisolism and adrenal masses in MPS is limited. We present a case of a patient with MPS diagnosed with Cushing Syndrome (CS) as part of evaluation for adrenal incidentalomas. Case Description: A 50 year old male with a medical history of MPS, DVT, and developmental delay presented to our clinic accompanied by his mother for evaluation of adrenal incidentalomas. CT abdomen incidentally showed a left adrenal non-calcified, non-hemorrhagic mass measuring 3.9 x 3.6 cm with a pre-contrast attenuation of 45 Hounsfield units. Delayed washout was not obtained, and washout calculation couldn’t be performed. These radiologic features were suspicious for malignancy. Repeat CT with adrenal protocol showed left adrenal mass measuring 4.5 x 3.9 cm with central necrosis, unenhanced attenuation of 42 HU, and no drop-in attenuation on delayed phase indicating poor absolute and relative washout. There was also a right adrenal mass measuring up to 2.2 cm 54.5% absolute washout and 39.0% relative washout. Biochemical workup showed no pheochromocytoma, hyperaldosteronism, or adrenal hyperandrogenism. However, his dex suppression test was consistent with ACTH-independent CS. The patient was referred to an endocrine surgeon. We anticipate more information to be available based on the pathology of the excised tumor following his urgent surgery. Conclusion: MPS diseases are extremely rare and their effects on the endocrine system in general, and the adrenal gland specifically, is limited. Our case would serve as the first reported case of CS in MPS patient based on our literature search. In addition, we’ll discuss the pathology findings once the tumor is excised and highlight the connection between the adrenal mass and this lysosomal storage disease. Presentation: 6/3/2024

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