An unusual case of proton pump inhibitor induced hyperchromograninemia
Objective: To describe an unusual case of symptomatic hyperchromograninemia associated with proton pump inhibitor (PPI) use. Case Summary: A 55-year-old man with stage 1 follicular lymphoma and GERD on omeprazole presented with symptoms suggesting carcinoid syndrome. The only positive finding on wor...
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Greater Baltimore Medical Center,
2019-11-01T00:00:00Z.
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| Summary: | Objective: To describe an unusual case of symptomatic hyperchromograninemia associated with proton pump inhibitor (PPI) use. Case Summary: A 55-year-old man with stage 1 follicular lymphoma and GERD on omeprazole presented with symptoms suggesting carcinoid syndrome. The only positive finding on workup was a markedly elevated level of chromogranin A and no carcinoid tumor was identified. Omeprazole was discontinued, following which his symptoms resolved and chromogranin A levels returned to normal. To the best of our knowledge, no symptoms have been previously reported in association with PPI-induced hyperchromograninemia. Discussion: The reliability of chromogranin A as a marker for neuroendocrine tumors is of growing concern. The reasons for the associated symptomatology in this case are unclear but could involve physiologic effects of chromogranin A breakdown products. The role of pharmacogenomics in PPI metabolism is discussed as a potential explanation for the significant hyperchromograninemia. Conclusion: The phenomenon of PPI-induced hyperchromograninemia is highlighted for providers especially in the context of neuroendocrine tumor diagnosis and surveillance. The need for more research into chromogranins is proposed. |
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| Item Description: | 2000-9666 10.1080/20009666.2019.1682748 |