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#1163 Mitotane, Adrenolitic Drug, Inhibits Cell Survival and Function of Several Pituitary Cytotypes

Introduction: Mitotane (DDD) is an adrenolytic agent that is used for the treatment of adrenocortical carcinoma. We previously demonstrated that DDD affects thyrotrope cell viability and function. These data represent a possible explanation of the biochemical picture consistent with central hypothyroidism in patients undergoing DDD therapy. DDD also inhibits corticotrope cell viability by inducing caspase-mediated apoptosis and reduces POMC expression as well as basal and CRH-induced ACTH secretion. Cells originating from tissues different from pituitary are not sensitive to the inhibitory effects of DDD. Our data suggest that DDD inhibits cell survival and function of many pituitary cytotypes, acting with a generalized, but specific, toxic effect. The majority of male patients undergoing adjuvant DDD therapy show a clinical picture of hypogonadism, characterized by low free testosterone and unmodified LH concentration

Conference: 12th Annual ENETSConcerence (2015)

Presenting Author: Gentilin E

Authors: Gentilin E, Gagliano T, Benfini K, Di Pasquale C, Falletta S,

Keywords: mitotane, adrenocortical cancer, pituitary,

#125 Ectopic hormone secreting phaeochromocytoma: A francophone observational study

Introduction: Ectopic hormone-secreting phaeochromocytomas are rare and only small reports of 1-2 cases exist in the literature. In the past, this condition has been linked with increased malignancy, familial syndromes and ACTH secretion.

Conference: 7th Annual ENETSConcerence (2010)

Presenting Author: Kirkby-Bott J

Authors: Kirkby-Bott J, Brunaud L, Mathonet M, Hamoir E, Kraimps J,

Keywords: phaeochromocytoma, ectopic hormone secretion, ACTH, calcitonin, VIP, Il-6, renin, aldosterone, cortisol, testosterone,