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A syndrome characterized by abnormal secretion of adrenocorticotrophic hormone in conjunction with neoplastic growth occurring anywhere in the body. The most common associations are tumors of the bronchus (oat cell or carcinoid), thymic tumors (epithelial or carcinoid), and pancreatic endocrine tumor. (DeVita et al. Cancer, p 1364. 4th edition. Lippincott)
Biomarker and diagnostic research for ectopic ACTH secretion syndrome has been reported in the published literature.
11 clinical trials registered, 8 recruiting. Interventions under study include other interventions, drug therapy, procedural interventions, and medical devices. Pipeline includes 2 PHASE2, 1 PHASE1, 2 NA. Research is primarily sponsored by academic and government institutions.
NCT ID | Title | Phase | Sponsor | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
[NCT06495983](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06495983) |
Data assembled from 3 of 12 sources · Last updated Nov 4, 2026, 2:26 AM UTC
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Dynamic Hormone Profiling and Multimodal Data Capture in Primary Aldosteronism |
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Haukeland University Hospital |
RECRUITING |
[NCT07156370](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07156370) | Salivary Cortisol and Hypercortisolism in Type 2 Diabetes | — | Shanghai 6th People's Hospital | RECRUITING |
[NCT07412782](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07412782) | REMS25: Study on the Use of REMS Technology in Diseases Commonly Associated With Reduced Bone Mineral Density (BMD) | NA | Meyer Children's Hospital IRCCS | RECRUITING |
[NCT06430528](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06430528) | A Block-and-Replace Therapy With Osilodrostat and Concomitant Glucocorticoid Replacement | — | University of Michigan | RECRUITING |
[NCT06246357](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06246357) | Evaluating the Functional Status of the Adrenal Glands With [68Ga]Ga-PentixaFor in Hyperaldosteronism and Hypercortisolism | PHASE2 | National Cancer Institute (NCI) | RECRUITING |
159 publications have been identified in PubMed for ectopic ACTH secretion syndrome. Research spans Case Report / Case Series (55%), Review / Meta-Analysis (18%), and Diagnostic / Biomarker (9%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Patient case studies | 88 | 55% |
Research summaries | 29 | 18% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 15 | 9% |
Disease patterns and progression | 10 | 6% |
Clinical study results | 7 | 4% |
Laboratory research | 5 | 3% |
Other research | 3 | 2% |
New treatment approaches | 2 | 1% |
Morelli V (2026). [PMID: 42236008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42236008/). *Vitam Horm*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Agüero-Pineda SP (2026). [PMID: 42181326](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42181326/). *Cureus*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Yeh H (2026). [PMID: 41424909](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41424909/). *JCEM case reports*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Rivera-Martínez WA (2026). [PMID: 42236007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42236007/). *Vitam Horm*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Matoska T (2026). [PMID: 41938295](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41938295/). *AACE Endocrinol Diabetes*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Eisa N (2026). [PMID: 41946536](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41946536/). *BMJ Case Rep*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Cécilia L (2026). [PMID: 41655900](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41655900/). *Annales d'endocrinologie*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Lee K (2026). [PMID: 42221403](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42221403/). *AACE Endocrinol Diabetes*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Biagetti B (2026). [PMID: 42063386](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42063386/). *J Clin Endocrinol Metab*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Osafehinti DA (2026). [PMID: 42220600](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42220600/). *JCEM Case Rep*. [Case Report / Case Series]
AI-curated news mentioning ectopic ACTH secretion syndrome
Updated Oct 5, 2026
A case report highlights marked hypokalemia in an adolescent with ectopic ACTH syndrome due to a bronchial carcinoid tumor. This finding contributes to the understanding of the clinical presentation of this rare condition.
A study published on PubMed discusses the management of ectopic ACTH-dependent Cushing syndrome in three hospitalized patients using osilodrostat. The findings provide insights into treatment strategies for this rare condition.
A rare case report details severe ectopic ACTH-dependent Cushing syndrome caused by a neuroendocrine tumor of unknown origin, presenting with widespread metastases and early vertebral fractures. This case highlights the complexities of diagnosing and managing rare endocrine disorders.