Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Approximately 20% of NET patients develop CS, characterised by diarrhoea and flushing. However, CS is not the only cause of diarrhoea among NET patients. Non-CS causes should be considered to allow for appropriate management. We investigated the reported occurrence of diarrhoea from various non-CS causes in patients with gastroenteropancreatic NETs (GEP-NETs), to explore the need for differential diagnosis (DDx) of NET diarrhoea.Methods: MEDL...

Aim: Multidisciplinary approach is mandatory in the management of endocrine tumors. Herein, we summarize the healthcare activity performed during the last 6 years at the multidisciplinary committee for endocrine tumors of a tertiary and University Hospital.Methods: A search of clinical-care activity of the endocrine tumors committee of our hospital from 2011 to 2016 was performed. Clinical and demographic data of all patients were recorded. The committee...