A neuroendocrine tumor refers to the cancer cells present in the body's neuroendocrine system. It can develop in any part of the body and grow slowly. But there are a few neuroendocrine tumors that can be fast-growing. Neuroendocrine tumors more commonly develop in the gastrointestinal tract, particularly in the large intestine.
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Kindly check my reports. Do I suffer from cancer or not?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 67-year-old male patient. My report says, "neuroendocrine tumor well-differentiated benign against a background of chronic duodenitis." Kindly let me know whether it is cancer or not. I have no other health problems. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Ki-67 is not done yet. That information is required to say if it has malignant cancer potential. Kindly ask the lab to perform the same. Read Full »
Are neuroendocrine tumors common in appendectomy?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 50-year-old female. I had an emergency appendectomy, and my pathology report came back. Is there no need to follow-up with my doctor as soon as possible since the tumor is small? I do have an appointment scheduled in four weeks, but I am wondering if I should ask them move up - pas... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You do not need to be apprehensive about this. Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) of the appendix (formerly 'carcinoids') are rare and are usually detected incidentally (as in your case) in 1% of appendectomy specimens. They are preferentially located at the tip of the app... Read Full »
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