Intestinal presentation of phaeochromocytoma. A case report.

An unusual case of a patient with a phaeochromocytoma presenting with colitis is reported. A review of published reports showed a high mortality rate in patients with phaeochromocytoma complicated by intestinal disease. The importance of pre-operative preparation with alpha-adrenergic blockers and removal of the tumour for the disappearance of intestinal symptoms is emphasised.