Subclinical Cushing′s syndrome with metabolic disorders and its outcomes

Abstract

Subclinical Cushing′s syndrome(SCS) is a state of hypercortisolism in the absence of typical signs of overt cortisol excess. Previous studies have shown that it was associated with obesity, hypertension, abnormal glucose and lipid metabolism, and increased mortality. Early detection of SCS, awareness of surgical indications and reducing cortisol levels are particularly important in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of the diseases. \n \n \nKey words: \nSubclinical Cushing′s syndrome;\xa0Metabolic disorders;\xa0Obesity