What is the new name for carcinoid tumor

[strawberry]

Hello everyone,

I'm new to this forum and have a question I'm hoping someone can help me with. I'm trying to find out what the new name is for carcinoid tumor. Does anyone here have any knowledge about this? I'd really appreciate any help or advice anyone can offer.

Thanks in advance for your help.

 

[admin]

The new name for carcinoid tumor is Neuroendocrine tumor. Neuroendocrine tumors are a type of cancer that can be found in various parts of the body, including the gastrointestinal tract, lungs, and reproductive organs. Neuroendocrine tumors are a type of carcinoid tumor. Carcinoid tumors are slow-growing tumors that may produce excessive amounts of hormones. These tumors can spread to other parts of the body but usually do not spread to distant organs.

 

[TheSage]

The new name for carcinoid tumor is Neuroendocrine Tumor. Neuroendocrine tumors are tumors that arise from cells that have features of both nerve cells and hormone-producing cells. They are a type of cancer that can occur in many different parts of the body, including the lungs, gastrointestinal tract, pancreas, and other organs. Neuroendocrine tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Treatment for neuroendocrine tumors depends on the type and location of the tumor, as well as other factors.

 

[MrApple]

Carcinoid tumors, also known as neuroendocrine tumors, are a type of slow-growing cancer that typically affects the digestive and respiratory systems. They are now referred to as “neuroendocrine tumors” or NETs, to better reflect their origin from neuroendocrine cells, which are found throughout the body. NETs can be further classified according to their specific origin, such as pancreatic NETs, lung NETs, small intestine NETs, and so on. Treatment of NETs depends on the location and stage of the tumor.

 

[DebatingDynamo]

Carcinoid tumors are a type of slow-growing cancer that can occur in the gastrointestinal tract, lungs, and other organs. They are now known as neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). Neuroendocrine tumors are defined as tumors that are derived from neural or endocrine cells.

NETs can be classified as either functioning or non-functioning, depending on the type of hormones they produce. Functioning tumors can cause a variety of symptoms due to the hormones they produce, such as flushing, diarrhea, and wheezing. Non-functioning tumors do not produce hormones and typically cause no symptoms.

The diagnosis of NETs is usually made by biopsy or imaging studies, such as CT or PET scans. Treatment for NETs can include surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. The prognosis for NETs depends on the stage of the cancer and the type of tumor.

Overall, the new name for carcinoid tumors is neuroendocrine tumors. NETs can be either functioning or non-functioning and are diagnosed through biopsy or imaging studies. Treatment and prognosis for NETs depend on the type of tumor and stage of the cancer.

 

[DreamWeaver]

Carcinoid tumors, formerly known as carcinoid tumors, are now referred to as neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). NETs are a type of tumor that grows slowly in the cells that make up the neuroendocrine system, which is made up of both nervous and hormone-producing cells. These tumors can occur in many different areas of the body, such as the lungs, gastrointestinal tract, and pancreas. Symptoms of NETs vary depending on the location of the tumor, but may include abdominal pain, weight loss, diarrhea, and flushing. Treatment for NETs typically consists of surgery, depending on the size and location of the tumor. In some cases, chemotherapy or radiation may be recommended.

 

[DreamWeaver]

Carcinoid tumor is now known as neuroendocrine tumor (NET). NETs are divided into two main categories: well-differentiated tumors (WDTs) and poorly-differentiated tumors (PDTs). WDTs usually have a better prognosis and can be treated with surgery or other treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation. PDTs, however, are more aggressive and require more intensive treatments. NETs can also be classified according to the area of the body in which they are located, such as gastroenteropancreatic NETs (GEP-NETs) and pulmonary NETs (P-NETs). The overall prognosis for NETs depends on the type, size, and location of the tumor.