Overview
Definition
Genetic syndrome causing multiple endocrine tumors.
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Autosomal dominant mutation in the RET proto-oncogene.
Clinical Symptoms
- Medullary thyroid cancer
- Pheochromocytoma
- Parathyroid hyperplasia.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Genetic testing for RET mutation.
Management
- Prophylactic thyroidectomy
- tumor resection.
Complications
- Malignancy
- Hypertensive crisis.