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ConditionName

Pheochromocytoma

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Episodic HTN (60% - stable HTN);
Headache;
Sweating;
Palpitation and tremor;
Tachycardia;
Hyperglycemia;

PhysicalFindings

Orthostatic hypotension; 
Labile blood pressures;

ClinicalTests

plasma free metanephrine – most accurate;

Chest and abdomen imaging (CT or MRI) if catecholamine screen positive;
MIBG scanning for localisation (if they are negative);

Best test: free catecholamines during crisis the best (when they are symptomatic);

RiskFactors

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

Stroke;
Heart damage;

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

Surgery – last reserve;

PharmOptions

Alpha blockers before the surgery;

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/endocrine-and-metabolic-disorders/adrenal-disorders/pheochromocytoma