ea0073ep13 | Adrenal and Cardiovascular Endocrinology | ECE2021
Dias Daniela
, Catarina Matos Ana
, Inês Sapinho
, Coelho Catarina
, Borges Augusta
, Baleiras Carla
, Lima Jorge
, Gomes Paulo
, Morais Suzette
, Cardoso Osvaldo
, Lucas Mafalda
, Leichsenring Carlos
, Pinheiro Nuno
IntroductionPheochromocytoma(PHEO) occurs in pregnancy with an estimated incidence of 0.007%. Its rarity and overlapping presentation with other pregnancy-related hypertensive disorders make the diagnosis really challenging. If left unrecognized, may result in increased maternal and fetal mortality. There are no guidelines on approaching PHEO during pregnancy. This case highlights the difficulties encountered in managing this condition in pregnancy.<...