Objective:

To analyze three cases of reninoma and discuss the diagnostic challenges associated with this rare condition.

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Key Findings:

• Reninoma can occur with normal or decreased plasma renin activity (PRA) but elevated direct renin concentration (DRC).
• Diagnosis should not be excluded based solely on the absence of elevated renin activity or refractory hypertension.
• Lateralization of renin levels is more applicable in cases with smaller tumors.

Interpretation:

The findings suggest that reninoma may be misdiagnosed due to atypical laboratory results.

Limitations:

• Limited number of cases reviewed.
• Potential for misdiagnosis due to atypical presentations and laboratory results.

Conclusion:

A combination of blood tests and imaging analysis is necessary for accurate diagnosis of reninoma.