Adrenocortical carcinoma — SCE Endocrinology MCQ
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Correct answer: A — Urgent adrenal multidisciplinary team referral for suspected adrenocortical carcinoma
Large, heterogeneous, lipid-poor adrenal masses with virilisation are suspicious for adrenocortical carcinoma. Ultrasound surveillance would risk delay. Hormonal assessment and specialist surgical planning should occur in an adrenal MDT setting.
Reference: European Society of Endocrinology Adrenal Incidentaloma Guideline