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[Pheochromocytoma and hyperthyroidism caused by amiodarone].

G V Dussarat1, J Dalger, A F Chaix

  • 1Service de Cardiologie, Hôpital d'Instruction des Armées Sainte-Anne, Toulon-Naval.

Annales De Cardiologie Et D'Angeiologie
|April 1, 1988
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Summary

A pheochromocytoma initially mimicked amiodarone-induced hyperthyroidism. Persistent weight loss led to discovering the adrenal tumor, highlighting imaging

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Oncology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Pheochromocytoma is a rare adrenal tumor causing hypertension and other symptoms.
  • Amiodarone can induce hyperthyroidism, presenting with symptoms like weight loss and orthostatic hypotension.
  • Co-occurrence of these endocrine conditions is unusual and can complicate diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 66-year-old patient presented with symptoms initially suggestive of amiodarone-induced hyperthyroidism.
  • Despite improvement in thyroid function tests, severe weight loss persisted.
  • This persistent symptom prompted further investigation, leading to the discovery of an adrenal tumor.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with pheochromocytoma, an adrenal tumor.
  • Computed tomography (CT) scans revealed the adrenal tumor.
  • The initial presentation was complicated by the co-existing amiodarone-induced hyperthyroidism.

Implications:

  • The unusual combination of endocrine diseases delayed the diagnosis of pheochromocytoma.
  • Radiographic imaging, such as CT scans, plays a crucial role in detecting adrenal tumors.
  • Isotopic imaging, like MIBG scans, can also aid in the diagnosis and localization of pheochromocytoma.

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