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Carcinoid tumour

M E Caplin1, J R Buscombe, A J Hilson

  • 1Neuroendocrine Tumour Group and Clinic, Royal Free Hospital, London, UK. caplin@rfhsm.ac.uk

Lancet (London, England)
|September 16, 1998
PubMed
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Malignant carcinoid tumors, though rare, require careful management. Advances in diagnostic tools and therapies, including surgery and receptor-targeted treatments, improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Carcinoid tumors are typically slow-growing but can be malignant and challenging to treat.
  • Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN-1) is associated with carcinoid tumors, necessitating consideration during patient evaluation.
  • Current management strategies for malignant carcinoid tumors are evolving.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review contemporary diagnostic modalities for carcinoid tumors.
  • To discuss therapeutic options for malignant carcinoid tumors.
  • To emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing these complex cases.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on carcinoid tumor diagnosis and treatment.
  • Evaluation of newer imaging techniques, such as octreotide scintigraphy.

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  • Analysis of therapeutic interventions including medical, surgical, and interventional radiology options.

    • Main Results:

    • Octreotide scintigraphy offers improved diagnostic capabilities.
    • Therapeutic options encompass octreotide, receptor-targeted therapy, embolization, and surgery.
    • Careful patient selection is crucial for both curative and palliative surgical interventions, including liver transplantation.

    Conclusions:

    • Enhanced diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies are available for malignant carcinoid tumors.
    • A multidisciplinary team approach is optimal for managing patients with malignant carcinoid tumors.
    • Earlier detection and treatment are expected to improve survival and quality of life, warranting formal trial assessment.