Abstract
Paragangliomas are rare tumors that arise from extra-adrenal chromaffine cells. Paraganglioma are classed as functional or non functional based on production of catecholamines, similar pheochromocytoma the clinical presentation is non- specific. We present a case perioperative anesthesic management of accidental intra-operatively diagnosed precave paragonglioma wich was confirmed as pheochromcytoma. A 48 women presented paroxysms of hypertension and adrenergic symptoms including classic triad of episodic headache, sweating, and tachycardia. Abdominal sonography detected an adrenal mass; Surgical treatment is the only radical treatment. Histological examination of the surgical specimen revealed a paraganglioma.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
