Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2879919 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2008 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Functional paragangliomas can be diagnosed with measurement of fractionated catecholamines and metanephrines; mediastinal localization is determined with appropriate scanning techniques. These tumors can be treated successfully by surgical resection with modest surgical risk, often necessitating cardiopulmonary bypass, with good long-term survival. Hypertension may persist even after complete resection of the tumor.
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Authors
Morgan L. MD, Gilberto E. BS, Martin D. MD, William F. MD, Hartzell V. MD,