Adrenal Adenoma and Pheochromocytoma: Comparison of Multidetector CT Venous Enhancement Levels and Washout Characteristics

Conclusions: An indeterminate adrenal lesion that enhances greater than 130 HU on multidetector CT cannot be assumed to be an adenoma. Hypervascular pheochromocytoma (>130 HU) mimics adenoma washout pattern; absolute venous phase enhancement level must be considered.
Source: Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography - Category: Radiology Tags: Abdominal and Pelvic Imaging Source Type: research