Juxtaglomerular apparatus tumor: a rare, surgically correctable cause of hypertension.
Although uncommon, presentation of juxtaglomerular cell tumor is distinct and should allow a correct preoperative diagnosis in most patients. Typical clinical presentations include headaches, polyuria, or isolated, asymptomatic, severe hypertension. The diagnosis of a juxtaglomerular apparatus (JGA) tumor typically results from identification of plasma renin levels two- to sevenfold greater than the normal value. Although JGA tumors are considered benign, with no reports of metastases or recurrence, they are potentially lethal if left untreated. Surgical excision is curative.
Rubenstein
Jonathan N
JN
Eggener
Scott E
SE
Pins
Michael R
MR
Rosner
Karol
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Chugh
Sumant
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Campbell
Steven C
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