Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) II

Alternative names:

Sipple's syndrome

Treatment:

Surgical removal is indicated for both medullary carcinoma of the thyroid and for pheochromocytoma. Hormone replacement therapy is given after surgery.

Expectations (prognosis):

Pheochromocytoma is usually benign. People with metastatic medullary carcinoma of the thyroid have had prolonged survival.

Complications:

A complication is the metastasis of cancerous cells.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provide if you notice symptoms of MEN II.