Hemorrhagic shock due to spontaneous rupture of adrenal pheochromocytoma.
The spontaneous rupture of an adrenal pheochromocytoma is an extremely rare event; however, it is potentially fatal. We report a case of spontaneous rupture of pheochromocytoma followed by an extensive retroperitoneal hematoma and hypovolemic shock. The correct diagnostic assessment determined the adequate surgical approach and a favorable outcome for the patient.
Bittencourt
José A
JA
Division of General Surgery, Nossa Senhora da Conceição Hospital, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
Averbeck
Márcio A
MA
Schmitz
Herbert J
HJ