Radiation Procedures - Adrenal Glands Flashcards
1
Q
Where do most tumors occur in adrenal glands?
A
Cortex
2
Q
Adrenal glands:
Cortex makes what hormones? (3)
A
Cortisol
Aldosterone
Androgens
3
Q
Adrenal glands:
Medulla makes what hormones? (2)
A
Epinephrine and norepinephrine
4
Q
Most common histology of adrenal glands:
A
Adrenocortical carcinoma
5
Q
2 types of cancer in adrenal glands:
A
Adrenocortical carcinoma
Pheocromocytomas
6
Q
Adrenal gland mets: (3)
A
Lungs, liver, brain