Endokrynol Pol
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Cushing's syndrome (CS), that is a consequence of chronic excess of corticosteroides, is most frequently of iatrogenic origin. Corticotropin secreting pituitary adenomas are responsible for most cases of endogenous Cushing' s syndrome. ⋯ The diagnostic process was additionally complicated by the treatment with corticosteroids, occasionally applied due to concomitant diseases. This delayed the right diagnosis and treatment.
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The paper presents actual data concerning osteoporotic fractures (definitions, causes, epidemiologic and clinical data, consequences, treatment) particulary data about the most common fractures (distal forearm, vertebral and proximal hip fractures).