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[Pulmonary neuroendocrine tumors : Current review]
Hans-Jonas Meyer1, Armin Frille2, Solveig Tiepolt3
1Klinik und Poliklinik für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig, Liebigstr. 20, 04103, Leipzig, Deutschland. Hans-jonas.meyer@medizin.uni-leipzig.de.
Radiologie (Heidelberg, Germany)
|May 28, 2024
Summary
This review details lung neuroendocrine neoplasms, a rare tumor group. It covers classification, imaging, and treatment for these heterogeneous pulmonary tumors.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Context:
- Neuroendocrine neoplasms of the lung represent a heterogeneous group of thoracic tumors, accounting for less than 2% of all cases.
- Pathological classification includes diffuse idiopathic pulmonary neuroendocrine cell hyperplasia, classic neuroendocrine tumors (typical and atypical carcinoids), and neuroendocrine carcinoma.
Purpose:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of lung neuroendocrine neoplasms.
- To describe pathological classification, diagnostic imaging, and treatment strategies.
Summary:
- This review presents the diverse spectrum of lung neuroendocrine neoplasms.
- Key aspects of pathological classification, including carcinoid tumors, are discussed.
- The role of imaging in diagnosis and understanding tumor biology is highlighted.
Impact:
- Offers a consolidated resource for understanding and managing lung neuroendocrine neoplasms.
- Aids clinicians in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Contributes to improved patient outcomes through informed clinical decision-making.
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