Pheochromocytoma crisis presenting with cardiogenic shock.
Τίτλος | Pheochromocytoma crisis presenting with cardiogenic shock. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2014 |
Authors | Chatzizisis, Y. S., Ziakas A., Feloukidis C., Paramythiotis D., Hadjimiltiades S., Iliadis A., Basdanis G., & Styliadis I. |
Journal | Herz |
Volume | 39 |
Issue | 1 |
Pagination | 156-60 |
Date Published | 2014 Feb |
ISSN | 1615-6692 |
Λέξεις κλειδιά | Adrenal Gland Neoplasms, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Pheochromocytoma, Shock, Cardiogenic, Treatment Outcome |
Abstract | Pheochromocytoma is a catecholamine-secreting tumor of the adrenal glands whose typical presentation includes the triad of headache, palpitations, and diaphoresis. Pheochromocytoma crisis is an urgent medical condition whose diagnosis and management constitute a challenge for physicians. We present the case of a 55-year-old man who developed cardiogenic shock in the setting of a pheochromocytoma crisis. After stabilizing blood pressure with combined administration of α- and β-blockers, the tumor was surgically removed. Our diagnostic and therapeutic challenges are discussed. |
DOI | 10.1007/s00059-013-3778-2 |
Alternate Journal | Herz |
PubMed ID | 23483222 |