Is a neoplasms that is found in the Adrenal Medulla

The tumor affects the nervous system by secreting Catecholamines or hormones that act as a neurotransmitter.

Catecholamines are the hormones Noreponephine and Epinephrine
 
Typically a benign tumor and 10% are on both sides of this organ.

10% are malignant
10% are seen in childhood
10% can reoccur after surgery

As a result of tumor the individual can exhibit:

   -  Hypertension
   -  Elevated Heart rate
   -  Sweating
   -  Weightloss
   -  Headaches
   -  Nausea
   -  Anxiety

Labs: Vanillylmandelic Acid and Meterphrines

Treatment:

   -  Surgery to resect the tumor

   -  Phenoxybenzamine