ea0063p56 | Adrenal and Neuroendocrine Tumours 1 | ECE2019
Constantinescu Georgiana
, Leike Steffen
, Kunath Carola
, Langton Katharina
, Gruber Matthias
, Peitzsch Mirko
, Deinum Jaap
, Lenders Jacques
, Eisenhofer Graeme
Introduction: Pheochromocytomas represent rare but potential lethal tumors arising from the adrenal medulla. Early recognition and diagnosis represent a challenge due to the non-specific character of signs and symptoms. The classic presentation includes headache, sweating, palpitations and other signs and symptoms of apparent catecholamine excess occurring in paroxysms. Sympathomimetics may result in a similar presentation, potentially complicating the diagnosis.<p class="...