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Amy Henderson1, Salwan Al Mutar2
1From Parkland Hospital, Dallas, Texas.
Abstract:
Patients with neuroendocrine malignancy with liver metastases are at risk for carcinoid heart disease which, if left unchecked, can lead to heart failure. This case study demonstrates a clinical situation in which an advanced practitioner performed a thorough workup consisting of lab work and imaging studies, including echocardiogram, cardiac MRI, and dotatate PET/CT, as well as outside record review and comprehensive physical exam. Early detection, intervention, and control of disease are paramount to prevent potentially life-limiting carcinoid heart disease.
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