Metastatic pheochromocytoma of the thoracic spinal extradural space: Case report and review of the literature
Kobe Journal of Medical Sciences, vol.51, no.4, pp.49-53, 2005 (Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 51 Issue: 4
- Publication Date: 2005
- Journal Name: Kobe Journal of Medical Sciences
- Journal Indexes: Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.49-53
- Keywords: Epidural spinal metastasis, Malignant pheochromocytoma, Surgical removal
- Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
In this case report, a thoracic extradural metastatic pheochromocytoma without bony invasion, is presented. The disease which has been identified with it's symptoms, bio-chemical features, radiological appearance, histological diagnosis has been discussed in comparison with malignant pheochromocytoma metastases in the literature. The origin of this tumor is the adrenal glands. Our review of the literature shows that tumor has primary metastasis in bony structures of the spine and then demonstrates secondary intraspinal invasion. This is the first case report of an epidural metastasis from malignant pheochromocytoma without a bony invasion.