title: Thoracic pheochromocytoma: computerized tomographic characteristics.
abstract: We have reported a typical case of extra-adrenal pheochromocytoma. The tumor, located in the posterior mediastinum was diagnosed five years after onset of classic symptoms and signs. Our case illustrated the usefulness of computerized tomography in locating pheochromocytomas. A high index of suspicion is required to detect such a unique tumor and avoid unnecessary delays in diagnosis and treatment.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008479:Mediastinal Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D010673:Pheochromocytoma / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D013997:Time Factors; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed