The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology
Cortisol test results shifted in adults with benign adrenal tumors
Among 2,525 adults followed for a median of 80 months, 22.3% had cortisol test changes that altered their diagnosis, most within three years.Among 2,525 adults followed for a median of 80 months, 22.3% had cortisol test changes that altered their diagnosis, most within three years.
Cohort · 2,525 peoplePopulations
Who was studied2,525 adults with benign adrenal incidentalomas, 80 months
What changedCortisol test changes altered diagnosis in 22.3% of adults, most within three years
The catchExcluded people with several hormone disorders, recent active cancer, or certain medication use