Pheochromocytoma in Pregnancy

A pheochromocytoma can have profound effects on pregnancy. It is important that it is diagnosed promptly and managed by an experienced multidisciplinary team in order to minimize any adverse outcomes to the mother or fetus. This chapter summarizes the issues to consider when faced with such a scenario: method of diagnosis, choice of pharmacotherapy, timing of surgery, mode of delivery, use of magnesium sulfate, and genetic testing.