New Insights in Cushing Disease Treatment With Focus on a Derivative of Vitamin A

Cushing's disease (CD) is an endocrine disorder originated by a corticotroph tumor. It is linked with high mortality and morbidity due to chronic hypercortisolism. Treatment goals are to control cortisol excess and achieve long-term remission, therefore reducing both complications and patient’s mortality. First-line of treatment for CD is pituitary’s surgery. However, 30% of patients who undergo surgery experience recurrence in long-term follow...