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Published on: September 15, 2017
Extra-adrenal pheochromocytoma: an unusual cause of deep vein thrombosis
Susan Stevenson1, Vijay Ramani, Akhtar Nasim
1Department of Vascular Surgery, South Manchester University Hospitals Trust, Wythenshawe Hospital, UK. stevenson785@aol.com
Abstract:
We report a case of extra-adrenal pheochromocytoma within the organ of Zuckerkandl that presented initially with a left iliofemoral deep venous thrombosis (DVT). At the time of presentation, the DVT was thought to be idiopathic as no underlying cause was detected. Subsequently, because of a series of medical events, the patient was further investigated. This led to a diagnosis of extra-adrenal pheochromocytoma. We discuss the management of patients presenting with DVT, the nature of pheochromocytoma within the organ of Zuckerkandl, and problems relating to its diagnosis.
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