Pheochromocytoma and sinus node dysfunction

Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent). 2019 Mar 15;32(1):119-120. doi: 10.1080/08998280.2018.1533310. eCollection 2019 Jan.

Abstract

Pheochromocytomas are rare catecholamine-producing neuroendocrine tumors that can lead to detrimental outcomes; if identified and treated, they are associated with a good prognosis. The clinical presentation can vary greatly but is classically associated with tachycardia, headaches, and hypertension. Bradyarrhythmias and sinus node dysfunction are uncommon complications of this condition. We present a case of pheochromocytoma associated with sinus pauses and junctional escape rhythms that had complete resolution of sinus node dysfunction after adrenalectomy.

Keywords: Catecholamine; junctional escape rhythms; pheochromocytoma; sick sinus syndrome; sinus arrest; sinus node dysfunction.

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  • Case Reports