Pseudopheochromocytoma — an epidemic of the modern world? Case series and review of literature

Background: Pseudopheochromocytoma is a condition that occurs more frequently than other diseases presenting with similar symptoms such as: paroxysmal hypertension, diaphoresis, pallor, palpitations. However, due to the lack of specific guidelines and awareness among physicians, it widely underdiagnosed. Conventional antihypertensive treatment ineffective in controlling which leads decreased quality life patients affected by this disorder. Case presentation: In our paper, we present three female hypertension who were admitted Department Endocrinology for an investigation suspected pheochromocytoma. The biochemical findings imaging carried out at hospital ruled diagnosis adrenal tumor all patients. Given proposed criteria clinical features suggestive pseudopheochromocytoma. cases, anxiolytic or SSRI was applied satisfactory symptom control. Conclusions: After ruling pheochromocytoma physicians should consider Management disorder include anxiolytic, antidepressant, α-adrenoceptor blockers, β-adrenoceptor blockers treatment, close cooperation between specialist psychiatrist psychologist. Early proper can reduce emotional distress related extensive diagnostic process as well overall cost healthcare