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Bilateral ectopic pheochromocytomas: computed tomographic and sonographic correlation.

H A Allen1, B W Holmes, J D Hopkins

  • 1Department of Radiology, DePaul Hospital, Norfolk, VA 23505.

Urologic Radiology
|January 1, 1988
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This case report details bilateral ectopic pheochromocytomas found unexpectedly in a young woman. Advanced imaging like CT scans precisely located these rare tumors, aiding diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Radiology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Pheochromocytomas are rare neuroendocrine tumors arising from chromaffin cells.
  • Ectopic pheochromocytomas can occur outside the adrenal medulla, posing diagnostic challenges.
  • Bilateral presentation is uncommon, especially in clinically unsuspected cases.

Observation:

  • A young woman presented with bilateral retroperitoneal masses.
  • These masses were identified as ectopic pheochromocytomas located in the lower sympathetic ganglia, specifically at the organ of Zuckerkandl.
  • Computed tomography (CT) was instrumental in delineating the masses' location and vascularity.

Findings:

  • CT imaging accurately characterized the bilateral ectopic pheochromocytomas.
  • The study highlights the utility of CT in identifying the precise location and vascular features of these retroperitoneal neoplasms.

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  • Sonographic correlation further supported the diagnostic findings.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering ectopic pheochromocytomas in the differential diagnosis of retroperitoneal masses, even in young patients.
    • Accurate radiological assessment, particularly with CT, is crucial for diagnosis and surgical planning.
    • Percutaneous biopsy guided by imaging can facilitate definitive histological diagnosis.