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[Bladder pheochromocytoma and pregnancy. A case report]
1Service d'Anatomie et Cytologie pathologiques, Hôpital militaire Mont-Fleury, Tunis, Tunisie.
Revue Francaise De Gynecologie Et D'Obstetrique
|June 1, 1993
Summary
A pregnant patient with an undiagnosed bladder pheochromocytoma experienced postpartum hemodynamic issues. This case highlights diagnostic challenges and management strategies for this rare tumor during pregnancy.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Endocrinology
- Urology
Background:
- Pheochromocytoma, a rare neuroendocrine tumor, can complicate pregnancy, posing significant risks to both mother and fetus.
- Hypertension during pregnancy is often misattributed to preeclampsia, delaying diagnosis of underlying conditions like pheochromocytoma.