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Society for Endocrinology BES 2018

Glasgow, UK
19 Nov 2018 - 21 Nov 2018

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The Society for Endocrinology BES will take place 19-21 Nov 2018 in Glasgow. Come and exchange knowledge, share experiences and strengthen collaborations across our global community of endocrinologists.

Clinical Management Workshops

Workshop 3: How do I. . . (1)

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How Do I\.\.Manage Diarrhoea in Patients with NETs

Strachan Mark

Diarrhoea is a common symptom in patients with neuroendocrine tumours (NETs), especially metastatic small bowel NETs. Diarrhoea substantially impairs quality of life, as increased frequency of bowel moments with associated urgency, cause social embarrassment and constrain diet and the ability to leave the house. Diarrhoea, with associated electrolyte disturbance, was a major cause of premature death in patients with NETs prior to the advent of medical therapies. It is importan...