Diagnosis and treatment of paragangliomas and pheochromocytomas: a survey from the Italian Association for Neuroendocrine Tumors.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pheochromocytomas (PCCs) and paragangliomas (PPGLs) are rare neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) with heterogeneous clinical presentations. Given the rarity of PCCs/PPGLs and the paucity of high-level evidence, therapeutic decisions and treatment sequences vary across institutions. This survey explored current diagnostic practices and treatment patterns among Italian healthcare professionals (HCPs) dedicated to NENs.

Methods

An online survey was conducted among Italian HCPs, members of the Italian Association for Neuroendocrine Tumors (ITANET). The survey included 33 questions covering diagnosis, genetic counseling, imaging, and treatment approaches. Responses were collected from December 15, 2023, to May 30, 2024, and analyzed using descriptive statistics to identify

SUBMITTER: Pietroluongo E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12515617 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature