An overview of anaesthetic issues in phaeochromocytoma.
Recent developments in the anaesthetic management of phaeochromocytoma are reviewed. A brief summary of its pathophysiology and clinical features is also considered. The main anaesthetic issues involved in the assessment and preparation of these patients in light of the current information are then discussed.
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Department of Anaesthesia, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Australia.
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D000310:Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / Q000378:metabolism / Q000601:surgery*; D000758:Anesthesia / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D010673:Pheochromocytoma / Q000378:metabolism / Q000601:surgery*; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care