Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
2019
Document Type
Project
Course Number
5330
Course Name
Advanced Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse
Professor’s Name
John Chovan
Keywords
Pheochromocytoma, Paraganglioma, Pathophysiology, Tumor
Subject Categories
Medicine and Health Sciences | Nursing
Abstract
Pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma are rare, possibly malignant, catecholamine secreting tumors. These tumors arise from the adrenal medulla and extra-adrenal sites, with reports of 80-85% and 15-20% respectively. The expanding field of genetics is contributing valuable information in recent years in regards to pathogenesis, and identifying patients with increased risk of occurrence. If found, prompt treatment- and usually surgical resection, is advised.
Recommended Citation
Foltz, Christopher, "Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma" (2019). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 342.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/342