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Pheochromocytoma Manifestation in Cardiovascular System: A Comprehensive Explanatory Review

Volume: 89  ,  Issue: 1 , November    Published Date: 25 November 2021
Publisher Name: IJRP
Views: 466  ,  Download: 328 , Pages: 252 - 259    
DOI: 10.47119/IJRP1008911120212471

Authors

# Author Name
1 Rizki Amalia
2 Budi Susetyo Pikir

Abstract

Pheochromocytoma is a catecholamine-producing tumour that poses diagnostic problems because its clinical presentation often mimic certain diseases, including cardiovascular disorders. It is a rare disease. The effects of excessive catecholamine secretion cause a variety of cardiovascular presentation in pheochromocytoma, ranging from the most common, namely hypertension, to life-threatening case such as hypertensive emergency, shock, supraventricular or ventricular arrhythmias, pulmonary edema, and acute coronary syndromes. The principal medical treatment for pheochromocytoma is blockade of adrenergic receptors. However, surgical or tumour resection often provides complete resolution of abnormal myocardial dysfunction or arrhythmias. As clinicians, we must be aware of the characteristics of the cardiovascular manifestations of pheochromocytoma so that we can make an earlier diagnosis and more appropriate management.

Keywords

  • Cardiovascular manifestations
  • Pheochromocytoma
  • Endocrine Heart Disease