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A National Long-Term Study of Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Appendix in Children: Are We Too Aggressive?

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National Swiss study of 40 pediatric appendiceal NETs (1991-2012) found excellent prognosis with 100% remission and no lymph node metastases. Results suggest additional surgery beyond appendectomy may only be warranted for tumors >20mm or incomplete resection margins, challenging current aggressive treatment approaches.

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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. A National Long-Term Study of Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Appendix in Children: Are We Too Aggressive?. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2018-08-01. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/23

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