Abstract
Cushing's syndrome is a rare disorder associated with significantly increased morbidity and mortality in comparison with general population, mainly due to cardiovascular disorders. Metabolic changes associated with cortisol oversecretion and consisting of glucose intolerance and diabetes, obesity, lipid metabolism disturbances, protein catabolism and sodium and fluid retention, are probably main reason.
This article reviews current knowledge about glucose homeostasis disturbances in Cushing's syndrome and its clinical consequences.