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A Case Study of Composite Pheochromocytoma Developing 13 Years Post-Adrenalectomy for Primary Pheochromocytoma

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A 61-year-old man developed composite pheochromocytoma 13 years after resection of a primary pheochromocytoma.
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Imaging revealed a 2.6 cm nodule in the left adrenal region, raising suspicion for recurrent pheochromocytoma.
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Surgical intervention involved partial left adrenalectomy, revealing multiple solid masses and confirming composite pheochromocytoma.
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Histopathological analysis showed cystic changes and invasion of adipose tissue in the composite pheochromocytoma.
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Long-term surveillance is essential due to the potential for local recurrence and development of new adrenal tumors.