Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) can release harmful vasoactive substances into the systemic circulation, causing the characteristic features of carcinoid syndrome (CS) such as flushing, diarrhoea and bronchospasm. Approximately 20% of patients with CS develop carcinoid heart disease (CHD) due to progressive valve thickening, retraction and reduced mobility. CHD primarily affects the right-sided valves resulting in tricuspid and/or pulmonary regurgi...