Pheochromocytoma: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Pheochromocytoma
Quick summary
Adrenal tumor secreting catecholamines, causing paroxysmal hypertension and palpitations. Treated with surgical excision.
Last updated: 23 July 2026
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Treatment
- Alpha blockers (phenoxybenzamine) preoperatively.
- Beta blockers after alpha.
- Adrenalectomy.