Phaeochromocytoma Flashcards
1
Q
What is a phaeochromocytoma?
A
A type of neuroendocrine tumour that grows from chromaffin cells in the adrenal glands
2
Q
Symptoms of phaeochromocytoma?
A
Headache Heavy sweating Anxiety Palpitations Nausea Flushing
3
Q
Signs of phaeochromocytoma?
A
Tachycardia
Hypertension
4
Q
Investigations for phaeochromocytoma?
A
24 hr urinary metanephrines ↑
MRI adrenals
5
Q
Management of phaeochromocytoma?
A
Alpha blocker (phenoxybenzamine) THEN Beta blocker (propranolol) to prevent hypertensive crisis
A before B
Surgery to remove tumour
