Abstract
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Recognize the clinical and sonographic findings consistent with a diagnosis of pheochromocytomas (PCC).
List the clinical presentations which may be present in a pediatric patient which suggest an evaluation for adrenal mass.
Recall the most common indication for renal doppler exam which should alert the sonographer to carefully evaluate the adrenal glands.
Which of the following is a rare extra-adrenal neoplasm, that along with pheochromocytomas, are responsible for up to 2% of pediatric hypertensive cases? A. Gliomas B. Paragangliomas C. Lymphomas D. Epstein-Barr
A pheochromocytoma is known as which type of tumor? A. Sarcoma B. Lymphoma C. Myeloma D. Neuroendocrine
Which of the following signs and symptoms of PCC is the most concerning? A. Hypertensive crises B. Headaches C. Anxiety D. Panic
What is the diagnostic gold standard test when pheochromocytosis is suspected? A. Ultrasound imaging B. Urine testing C. CT D. MRI
A thorough sonographic evaluation of the adrenal glands should be performed whenever a pediatric patient presents with symptoms consistent with which of the following? A. Renal artery stenosis B. Pelvic inflammatory disease C. Ureteral obstruction D. Appendicitis
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