Abstract

Abstract: Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) commonly metastasize to the liver. Different treatments are available for the management of metastatic NETs. Both primary tumor and metastases can significantly affect the patients’ quality of life and overall survival (OS). Surgical resection is the only chance for cure and should be considered for every patient. For operable patients, current evidence suggests that liver resection is a safe and effective treatment for neuroendocrine liver metastases. High rates of recurrence are reported following resection of neuroendocrine liver metastases. There is no evidence to support incomplete (R2) resection (debulking) surgery to improve OS or quality of life. When surgery is performed for NETs, other conservative adjuvant treatments should also be considered to prolong symptom-free, disease-free and OS.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.