However, data has shown there are more benefits and less cost overall to perform minimally invasive procedures on the appropriately selected patients.. Here, spine surgeons who are experienced with minimally invasive procedures discuss their evolution and where we are likely to see this trend headed in the future.
Cushing's syndrome, also called hypercortisolism, is a rare endocrine disorder caused by chronic exposure of the body's tissues to excess levels of cortisol-a hormone naturally produced by the adrenal gland.ushing's syndrome, also called hypercortisolism, is a rare endocrine disorder caused by chronic exposure of the body's tissues to excess levels of cortisol-a hormone naturally produced by the adrenal gland.
Cushing syndrome: refers to the symptoms and signs associated with excess cortisol. In addition to Cushing disease, Cushing syndrome may be due to an adrenal tumor, adrenal hyperplasia, the use of steroid medications, or due to an ACTH-producing tumor located outside the pituitary (ectopic), such as in the lungs.