When Should We Adopt EUS-Guided Radiofrequency Ablation in Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors?

Matteo Marasco1, Domenico Galasso2, Alberto Larghi3

  • 1Digestive Diseases Unit, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, ENETS Center of Excellence, Via di Grottarossa 1035, 00189 Rome, Italy.

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Insights

Pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (PanNENs) are rare but rising cancers. Understanding their characteristics is crucial for improving patient outcomes and treatment strategies for this complex disease.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (PanNENs) represent a rare and diverse group of tumors, constituting less than 2% of pancreatic cancers.
  • Despite their rarity, the incidence and prevalence of PanNENs are increasing globally, highlighting a growing public health concern.
  • PanNENs account for 30% of all neuroendocrine neoplasms originating in the digestive system.

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