BILATERAL PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA A CASE REPORT

Abstract

Pheochromocytoma is a tumor of the
catecholamine-producing cells of the adrenal
medulla. These tumors produce
excess catecholamine, which if missed
or not properly treated, will almost prove
fatal. Therefore prompt diagnosis and
treatment is necessary. We present a
case of bilateral pheochromocytoma in a
young male who presented with complaints
of sweating, headache, tachycardia
and hypertension. Biochemical
evaluation showed excess catecholamine
production. Imaging studies
showed bilateral adrenal mass. Patient
underwent bilateral adrenalectomy after
thorough preoperative preparation. Histopathology
examination confirmed pheochromocytoma
bilaterally.