An uncommon cause of acute pulmonary edema

JAAPA. 2016 Sep;29(9):1-4. doi: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000490945.35987.83.

Abstract

Acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema secondary to catecholamine-induced cardiomyopathy is a very uncommon and fatal initial presentation of pheochromocytoma. However, with early clinical suspicion and aggressive management, the condition is reversible. This case report describes a patient who presented with hypertension, dyspnea, and cough with bloody streaks, and who recovered within 48 hours after appropriate treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / complications*
  • Cardiomyopathies
  • Catecholamines
  • Humans
  • Pheochromocytoma / complications*
  • Pulmonary Edema / etiology*

Substances

  • Catecholamines