Learn About Adrenal Cancer

What is the definition of Adrenal Cancer?
Adrenal cancer is a rare form of cancer that occurs due to abnormal and uncontrolled cell growth in the adrenal glands (small glands that sit above each kidney). In most cases, the underlying cause of the condition is unknown. However, certain genetic conditions such as multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2, Li-Fraumeni syndrome, Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome, neurofibromatosis type I, and Carney complex are associated with an increased risk of developing adrenal tumors and cancer.
What are the alternative names for Adrenal Cancer?
  • Adrenal cancer
What are the different types of Adrenal Cancer?

Common conditions include: Adrenal Gland Adenoma, Pheochromocytoma

Who are the top Adrenal Cancer Local Doctors?
Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

Ou Health Partners Inc

800 Ne 10th St, Ouhp Stephenson Cancer Ce, 
Oklahoma City, OK 
 78.9 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Susanna Ulahannan is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Ulahannan and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adrenal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ulahannan is currently accepting new patients.

Endocrinology
Endocrinology

Ou Health Partners Inc

940 Stanton L Young Blvd, 
Oklahoma City, OK 
 79.1 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Jonea Lim is an Endocrinologist in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Lim and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adrenal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Prolactinoma, Pituitary Tumor, Diabetes Insipidus (DI), and Triple A Syndrome. Dr. Lim is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
2222 W Iowa Ave, 
Chickasha, OK 
 39.5 mi

Linda Johnson is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Dr. Johnson and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adrenal Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Anal Cancer, Ear Cancer, and Carotid Artery Disease.

What are the latest Adrenal Cancer Clinical Trials?
Clinical and Molecular Characteristics of Primary Aldosteronism in Blacks

Background: The adrenal gland makes the hormone aldosterone. This helps regulate blood pressure. An adrenal gland tumor that makes too much aldosterone can cause high blood pressure and low potassium. The cause of these tumors is unknown, but sometimes they are inherited.

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A First-in-Human Phase I Trial With Antibody Drug Conjugate ADCT-701 in Neuroendocrine Tumors and Carcinomas

Background: Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are rare cancers in the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas, lungs, adrenal glands, and other areas of the body. Many of these cancers have a high risk of relapse and a low chance of survival. Better treatments are needed.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center