Stomach neuroendocrine tumours (NETs)
Stomach (gastric) neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) are rare tumours that can start in the stomach. They are also called neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs). They are sometimes called neuroendocrine carcinomas (NECs) depending on how the cells look under a microscope. There are 3 types of stomach NETs. The main treatment is surgery.
You might hear some stomach NETs called carcinoid tumours.
What are stomach neuroendocrine tumours?
Stomach neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) are rare stomach tumours that start in the neuroendocrine cells of the stomach.
Symptoms of stomach NETs
Many people with a stomach NET do not have any symptoms. Doctors often diagnose a stomach NET when looking for something else.
Getting diagnosed
Most people start by seeing their GP. They may arrange for you to have tests such as an endoscopy, scans and blood tests. Doctors often diagnose a stomach NET when looking for something else.
Types and grades of stomach neuroendocrine tumours
There are 3 types of stomach neuroendocrine tumours. The grade gives doctors an idea of how quickly a cancer might grow and whether it will spread.
Treatment by type of stomach NET
The treatment you have for a stomach neuroendocrine tumour (NET) depends on a number of things. This includes the type of NET and whether it has spread.
Treatment for stomach NETs that have spread
There are a number of different treatment options if you have a stomach NET that has spread. The best treatment for you depends on where in your body the NET has spread to.
Follow up for stomach NETs
You have regular appointments with your doctor or nurse after treatment for your stomach NET finishes. This is called follow up.
Research into stomach NETs
Researchers are looking at the biology of neuroendocrine tumours. And are trying to improve the diagnosis and treatment of stomach NETs.
Survival
Survival depends on many different factors. It depends on your type of neuroendocrine tumour, treatment and level of fitness. Find out about survival for the different types of stomach NETs.
Living with NETs
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