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What is a key clinical manifestation that differentiates pheochromocytoma from other conditions?
What is a key clinical manifestation that differentiates pheochromocytoma from other conditions?
- Weight gain
- Low blood pressure
- Episodes of severe unexplained hypertension (correct)
- Cold hands and feet
What is the sensitivity of a 24-hour urine metanephrine test for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
What is the sensitivity of a 24-hour urine metanephrine test for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
- 86% (correct)
- 99.7%
- 100%
- 50%
Which imaging modality is preferred as the first choice for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
Which imaging modality is preferred as the first choice for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
- CT of the chest
- MRI of the abdomen
- CT of the abdomen and pelvis (correct)
- X-ray of the skull
What is the most common genetic testing performed in patients with pheochromocytoma?
What is the most common genetic testing performed in patients with pheochromocytoma?
What is the preferred choice of treatment for pheochromocytoma?
What is the preferred choice of treatment for pheochromocytoma?
What is the first medication that should be started in preoperative preparation for a patient with adrenal insufficiency?
What is the first medication that should be started in preoperative preparation for a patient with adrenal insufficiency?
What symptoms are indicative of an acute crisis in primary adrenal insufficiency?
What symptoms are indicative of an acute crisis in primary adrenal insufficiency?
Which diagnostic test is used to assess adrenal function by evaluating the response of cortisol levels to Cosyntropin administration?
Which diagnostic test is used to assess adrenal function by evaluating the response of cortisol levels to Cosyntropin administration?
Which medication is used in the acute management of adrenal crisis with a dose of 100 mg IV initially followed by 200 mg/day divided into 4 doses?
Which medication is used in the acute management of adrenal crisis with a dose of 100 mg IV initially followed by 200 mg/day divided into 4 doses?
Which lab findings would suggest a diagnosis of mineralocorticoid deficiency in primary adrenal insufficiency?
Which lab findings would suggest a diagnosis of mineralocorticoid deficiency in primary adrenal insufficiency?
