Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1: duodenopancreatic tumours.
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Abstract
The pancreaticoduodenal disease in Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN1) is the most frequent cause of death due to the syndrome, and the most controversial with regard to its management. This article discusses the current data and recommendations with respect to disease screening, functional tumour diagnosis, natural history, preoperative imaging, operative strategy and follow-up.
Medical subject headings
- Carcinoma, Islet Cell
- Duodenal Neoplasms
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1
- Pancreatic Neoplasms