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Sonoelastography for Pelvic Metastatic Malignant Pheochromocytoma: A Case Report

Authors :
Song, Minkyo
Park, Sung B.
Yoon, Jin Woo
Park, Hyun Jeong
Lee, Eun Sun
Source :
Current Medical Imaging Reviews; September 2021, Vol. 17 Issue: 9 p1167-1170, 4p
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

Introduction: Pheochromocytoma are tumors arising from the chromaffin tissue located in the adrenal medulla, associated with typical symptoms and signs. Case Presentation: Occasionally, metastasis, defined as the presence of tumor cells at sites other than the original site, secondary to pheochromocytoma have been reported. Pelvic metastatic malignant pheochromocytoma has rarely been reported in English literature. Conclusion: Here, we have reported a very rare case of pelvic metastatic malignant pheochromocytoma, with a particular focus on sonoelastographic features.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15734056
Volume :
17
Issue :
9
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Current Medical Imaging Reviews
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs58097361
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2174/1573405617666210122085839