The Management of Crushing Syndrome

The management is very complex because it differs based on the cause. The first-line treatment for pituitary tumors, especially in US and in most other countries, is pituitary surgery in a specialized center. We use again a personalized approach because these are semi malignant or malignant tumors of different grade. But what's important also for all physicians involved in the care of patients with cushings syndrome are the treatment of comorbidities. And there are a lot of subtleties that need to be addressed as well.