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Erschienen in: Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders 3/2021

30.03.2021

Imaging of neuroendocrine tumors: A pictorial review of the clinical value of different imaging modalities

verfasst von: Ali Pirasteh, Petra Lovrec, Lisa Bodei

Erschienen in: Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders | Ausgabe 3/2021

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Abstract

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are multifaceted tumors occurring in a variety of organs and often present as metastatic at the time of diagnosis. Accurate staging is the most significant factor in therapy planning, but it remains a challenge. Imaging is established as the cornerstone for disease detection/diagnosis, staging, and follow up. To accurately assess and monitor tumor burden in patients with NETs, various imaging techniques have been developed and optimized. Current recommendations for the imaging of patients with NETs include a combination of both morphologic (or anatomic) and molecular imaging, but a final choice can be puzzling for clinicians. Recognizing that there is no uniform sequence consensus on the “best” imaging test, and the heterogeneity of technologic availability at different centers, we hope to provide a pictorial review of the different imaging techniques and their role and utility in management of patients with NETs, aimed to provide a practical guide for all clinicians.
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Metadaten
Titel
Imaging of neuroendocrine tumors: A pictorial review of the clinical value of different imaging modalities
verfasst von
Ali Pirasteh
Petra Lovrec
Lisa Bodei
Publikationsdatum
30.03.2021
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders / Ausgabe 3/2021
Print ISSN: 1389-9155
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-2606
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11154-021-09631-7

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