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Carcinoid Tumor

Carcinoid tumors are a type of slow-growing tumors that mostly develop in the digestive system. They occur most commonly in the appendix, small intestine, and rectum. Carcinoid tumors can also affect other organs in the body, including the lungs, ovaries, and thymus. Although these tumors are usually not cancerous, …

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited Cited 8× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2642-9241

Overview

Carcinoid tumors are a type of slow-growing tumors that mostly develop in the digestive system. They occur most commonly in the appendix, small intestine, and rectum. Carcinoid tumors can also affect other organs in the body, including the lungs, ovaries, and thymus. Although these tumors are usually not cancerous, they can still cause a wide range of symptoms, such as flushing, heart palpitations, facial flushing, and diarrhea. Carcinoid tumor treatment usually involves surgery and, in some cases, medicine. Long-term monitoring is also recommended due to the risk of metastasis. Treatment choices vary by individual, and can include chemotherapy, radiation, and other options. The prognosis for patients with carcinoid tumors is generally excellent. Early detection and appropriate treatment are important in ensuring a positive outcome.

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Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Journal of Respiratory Diseases (ISSN 2642-9241).

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Mustafa Gul · Turkey Sasho Stoleski · North Macedonia Jason Akulian · United States

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