Progress in the diagnosis and treatment of paraganglioma

摘要: Neuroendocrine tumors derived from the adrenal medulla and gland are called pheochromocytoma (PHEO) paraganglioma (PGL), respectively. PGLs neuroepithelial cell clusters associated with sympathetic or parasympathetic nerves, scattered throughout body. According to World Health Organization, presence of distant metastases indicates malignant PGL. Most benign, but their high secretion catecholamines in blood is pressure, cardiovascular disease, death. Further research on PGL required provide a theoretical basis for clinical diagnosis treatment. This article reviews genetics, manifestations, benign forms, current major diagnostic methods, progress treatment