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Phaeochromocytoma Flashcards

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Phaeochromocytoma Pathology

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Tumour of chromaffin cells of the medulla leading to hypersecretion of catecholamines

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Phaeochromocytoma Aetiology

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FH: MEN-2

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Phaeochromocytoma Symptoms

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  • Paroxysms of anxiety
  • Palpitations
  • Headache
  • Diaphoresis (sweating)
  • Hypertension
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Phaeochromocytoma Complications

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  • Hypertensive crisis

- Secondary diabetes

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Phaeochromocytoma Investigations

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  • 24-hour urine catecholamines

- Serum free metanephrines (byproducts of catecholamine breakdown)

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Phaeochromocytoma Management

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  • Alpha blockers
  • +beta blockers
  • Surgery
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