hrp0089p2-p028 | Adrenals and HPA Axis P2 | ESPE2018

A Rare Case of ACTH-Independent Cushing’s Syndrome due to Bilateral Micronodular Adrenal Hyperplasia and Myoclonic Dystonia

Vasilakis Ioannis-Anargyros , Kazakou Paraskevi , Kogia Christina , Karaflou Maria , Chrousos George , Charmandari Evangelia

Background: ACTH-independent adrenal Cushing’s syndrome accounts for less than 15% of endogenous Cushing’s syndrome in children. We present a rare case of ACTH-independent adrenal Cushing’s syndrome, which was associated with myoclonic dystonia.Case presentation: A 12-year old girl was referred on account of rapid weight gain, fatigue, growth deceleration and facial hypertrichosis. She had a history of gait instability and ataxia till the ...