Kenneth Kee

A Simple Guide to Pheochromocytoma (Updated), Diagnosis, Treatment and Related Conditions (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

This book describes Pheochromocytoma, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related Diseases

Pheochromocytoma is an uncommon tumor of adrenal gland
Location of this adrenal tumor can be found by a MRI scan
Pheochromocytoma tends to secrete excessive catecholamines
This can cause a hypertensive crisis which is life threatening

Pheochromocytoma is usually caused by a genetic mutation
There is no sex difference or any particular racial predisposition
Catecholamines have effects on the heart rate, metabolism
Most patients have headache, tremors, sweating and palpitation

Diagnosis is also based on the increase in blood catecholamines
Other tests showed raised blood calcium and urine metanephrines
MRI an CAT scans will be able to the adrenal tumor location
Final diagnosis of pheochromocytoma is by biopsy examination

The treatment of choice for pheochromocytoma is surgical resection
Preoperative blood pressure and pulse must be stabilized with medication
If surgery is not advisable, medical treatment will control the excess hormones
Radiation treatment is not effective and therefore not performed

-An original poem by Kenneth Kee

Pheochromocytoma or "paraganglioma" is an infrequent adrenal gland medullar tumor in which there is excess production of the epinephrine (adrenaline).

Pheochromocytomas are tumors that form in the adrenal medulla, the inner part of the adrenal gland, which can induce overproduction of catecholamines.

Catecholamines are stimulating hormones such as epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine (noradrenaline) that are involved in the maintenance of blood pressure.

Excess of catecholamines produces high blood pressure in most of the patients.

Pheochromocytoma is a rare disease;

Of all patients with hypertension, less than one percent has adrenal tumors and the resulting hormone overproduction.

If left untreated, it can have serious consequences such as heart attack, stroke, and other life-threatening conditions.

85% of the tumors are benign.

The tumor may be large up to 15 cm or 6 inches in diameter.

It causes ill effects in the affected person by the secretion (intermittent or continuous) of excessive epinephrine and norepinephrine, hormones that has effects on the heart rate, metabolism, and blood pressure.

It happens in middle adult life around 40-50 years of age.

Its occurrence is slightly more frequent in females than in males.

In most cases, a pheochromocytoma is a single, benign tumor that happens in a patient without a family history of endocrine disorders.

A small proportion may be related to the pheochromocytoma's hereditary causes.

It normally starts forming in the medulla of one or both adrenal glands.

This tumor rarely appears outside the adrenal gland, normally somewhere else in the abdomen.

Typical symptoms may be high blood pressure and events of:
1. Severe headache
2. Sweating
3. Palpitations

The 3 major tests used to locate a pheochromocytoma are the CT scan, MRI scan, the meta-iodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) scan.

Provocative testing for fiagnosis can cause dangerous hypertensive episodes and are seldom done.

The treatment normally requires the removal of the tumor by surgery.

TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction
Chapter 1 Pheochromocytoma (Updated)
Chapter 2 Causes
Chapter 3 Symptoms
Chapter 4 Diagnosis
Chapter 5 Treatment
Chapter 6 Prognosis
Chapter 7 Adrenal Fatigue (Updated)
Chapter 8 Life and Death of Adrenal Gland
Epilogue

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781005157296
• Artikelnr.: 75904798

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:
"A Family Doctor's Tale"
This book is a blend of Dr. Kee's personal experiences and his reflections on being a family doctor in Singapore. It's a great choice if you're looking for a narrative that combines both medical knowledge and human stories.
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