Adrenocortical carcinoma
- Complete surgical resection is preferred when localized
- Mitotane is the key adrenolytic systemic drug
- Advanced disease may use mitotane + cytotoxic chemotherapy
- Control cortisol/androgen excess separately
- Mitotane has major PK interactions + adrenal toxicity
- Management is best at a specialty center
Use at a glance
- Complete surgical resection is preferred when localized
Treatment options
- Mitotane is the key adrenolytic systemic drug
- Control cortisol/androgen excess separately
Practical pearls
- Management is best at a specialty center
Other treatment options
- Advanced disease may use mitotane + cytotoxic chemotherapy
- Mitotane has major PK interactions + adrenal toxicity
Self-check
- What is a key treatment approach for Adrenocortical carcinoma?
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