Advances in Hematology and Oncology Research(AHOR)

Norton Community Hospital, United States

Publications

• Case Report   
  An Uncommon Culprit: Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor in a Patient with Uncontrolled Diabetes
  Author(s): Supriya Peshin*, Mishell Siles Borda and Ashma Dhakal
  
  Pancreatic Neuro Endocrine Tumors (NETs) are rare neoplasms that originate from the endocrine tissues of the pancreas, accounting for only 1-2% of pancreatic tumors. Despite their low incidence, these tumors present with a wide range of symptoms and have the ability to secrete hormones, posing significant challenges for their diagnosis and treatment. There are two distinct types of pancreatic NETs: functioning and nonfunctioning. Functioning tumors are characterized by hormone-related clinical syndromes, while nonfunctioning tumors are often found incidentally. The pathogenesis of pancreatic NETs involves both sporadic and hereditary factors, including syndromes such as MEN1, VHL, and NF1. Typically, these tumors are diagnosed in individuals between the ages of 40 and 60, and their effective management requires a multidisciplinary approach. Diagnostic imaging techniques, such as CT an.. Read More»
  

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