Bilateral adrenal myelolipoma associated with hyperaldosteronism: report of a case and review of the literature

Urology. 2007 Dec;70(6):1223.e11-3. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2007.09.046.

Abstract

Adrenal myelolipoma is a rare benign tumor composed of mature adipose cells and hematopoietic elements. Although they are not hormonally active, there is very rarely an association with functional adrenal disorders. We report a case of bilateral adrenal myelolipoma associated with primary hyperaldosteronism. To our knowledge, this is the first bilateral adrenal myelolipomas reported to date in association with primary hyperaldosteronism.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / pathology
  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Hyperaldosteronism / etiology*
  • Male
  • Myelolipoma / diagnosis*
  • Myelolipoma / pathology