Ectopic hormone secreting phaeochromocytoma: A francophone observational study

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Introduction: Ectopic hormone-secreting phaeochromocytomas are rare and only small reports of 1-2 cases exist in the literature. In the past, this condition has been linked with increased malignancy, familial syndromes and ACTH secretion.

Aim(s): We wanted to test these hypotheses and shed light on the nature of ectopic hormone-secreting phaeochromocytomas.

Materials and methods: This is a multi-center (francophone) observational study. Inclusion was based upon abnormal pre-operative hormone tests in patients with phaeochromocytoma that normalized after removal of the tumor. Where possible, immunohistochemistry was performed to confirm that secretion came from the tumor.

Conference: 7th Annual ENETSConcerence (2010)

Presenting Author: Kirkby-Bott J

Authors: Kirkby-Bott J, Brunaud L, Mathonet M, Hamoir E, Kraimps J,

Keywords: phaeochromocytoma, ectopic hormone secretion, ACTH, calcitonin, VIP, Il-6, renin, aldosterone, cortisol, testosterone,