Carcinoid tumors are part of a heterogeneous group of gastrointestinal and pancreatic endocrine tumors that are characterized by their capacity to produce and secrete hormones, 5-hydroxytryptamine ...

Background. A 48-year-old man presented with diarrhea, flushing, abdominal pain and weight loss of 10 kg over a 6-month period. He subsequently developed dyspnea on exertion. Diagnosis. Carcinoid ...

Also known as typical carcinoid, this tumour forms in certain cells from the wall of the bowel. It accounts for about half of all appendix cancers. It can metastasize, or spread, but can be ...

Appendix cancer, also known as appendiceal ... It can also be present in other forms, including carcinoid tumours, mucinous adenocarcinomas and peritoneal cancer. Symptoms of these are usually ...