The Doctor Connect TV: What is Neuroendocrine Tumors
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07/09/23
Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) form in cells that interact with the nervous system or in glands that produce hormones. These cells, called neuroendocrine cells, can be found throughout the body, but NETs are most often found in the abdomen, especially in the gastrointestinal tract.
Classification [Re: NCI]
1. Well-differentiated
2. Moderately differentiated
3. Poorly differentiated
Low grade versus high grade
Carcinoid tumors secrete several substances that are vasoactive; that is, impact the tone and caliber of blood vessels.
Symptoms are vague.
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