What is it?
Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare and aggressive cancer that develops in the outer layer of the adrenal glands. These glands are small triangular-shaped organs located on top of each kidney. ACC can affect both children and middle-aged adults. The exact cause of ACC is unknown, but certain genetic conditions are associated with an increased risk of developing this cancer. The malignant cells in ACC can grow and spread to other organs, making early detection and treatment crucial.
What are its symptoms?
Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare and aggressive cancer that develops in the outer layer of the adrenal glands. These glands are small triangular-shaped organs located on top of each kidney. ACC can affect both children and middle-aged adults. The exact cause of ACC is unknown, but certain genetic conditions are associated with an increased risk of developing this cancer. The malignant cells in ACC can grow and spread to other organs, making early detection and treatment crucial.
What do I need to consider?
Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare and aggressive cancer that develops in the outer layer of the adrenal glands. These glands are small triangular-shaped organs located on top of each kidney. ACC can affect both children and middle-aged adults. The exact cause of ACC is unknown, but certain genetic conditions are associated with an increased risk of developing this cancer. The malignant cells in ACC can grow and spread to other organs, making early detection and treatment crucial.
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References
- National Cancer Institute. Adrenocortical Carcinoma (ACC). Retrieved from [https://www.cancer.gov/types/adrenocortical-treatment-pdq](https://www.cancer.gov/types/adrenocortical-treatment-pdq)
- Mayo Clinic. Adrenal cancer – Symptoms and causes. Retrieved from [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adrenal-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20369112](https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adrenal-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20369112)
- Cleveland Clinic. Adrenocortical Carcinoma. Retrieved from [https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17590-adrenocortical-carcinoma](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17590-adrenocortical-carcinoma)
- Johns Hopkins Medicine. Adrenocortical Carcinoma. Retrieved from [https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/adrenocortical-carcinoma](https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/adrenocortical-carcinoma)
- American Cancer Society. Adrenocortical Carcinoma. Retrieved from [https://www.cancer.org/cancer/adrenal-cortical-carcinoma.html](https://www.cancer.org/cancer/adrenal-cortical-carcinoma.html)