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Recurrent Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma
Source: Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: April 10, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment of Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma
Treatment of recurrent pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma may include:
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Surgery to completely remove the cancer.
When surgery to remove the cancer is not possible, palliative therapy to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life may include:
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When surgery to remove the cancer is not possible, palliative therapy to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life may include:
Combination chemotherapy.
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When surgery to remove the cancer is not possible, palliative therapy to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life may include:
Targeted therapy.
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When surgery to remove the cancer is not possible, palliative therapy to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life may include:
Radiation therapy using 131I-MIBG.
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When surgery to remove the cancer is not possible, palliative therapy to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life may include:
External radiation therapy to areas (such as bone) where cancer has spread and cannot be removed by surgery.
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When surgery to remove the cancer is not possible, palliative therapy to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life may include:
Ablation therapy using radiofrequency ablation or cryoablation.
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Use our clinical trial search to find NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are accepting patients. You can search for trials based on the type of cancer, the age of the patient, and where the trials are being done. General information about clinical trials is also available.
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