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Phaeochromocytoma Flashcards

1
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Phaeochromocytoma affects what part of Adrenals?

A

Medulla

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How does Phaeochromocytoma present? (4)

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Hypertension
Paroxysmal: Headache, Sweat, Palpitations
Tremor
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Causes of Phaeochromocytoma? (3)

A

Genes: RET and VHL
Familial Syndrome: MEN2, VHL
Von Hippel Landall

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Which familial Syndromes can cause Phaeochromocytoma ?

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MEN 2 and VHL

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What genes can cause Phaeochromocytoma?

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RET and VHL

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How to diagnose Phaeochromocytoma? (2)

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MIGB Scan

Metanephrines

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