Primary neuroendocrine carcinoma presenting as mesenteric cyst

Indian J Gastroenterol. 2007 May-Jun;26(3):137-8.

Abstract

Primary neuroendocrine carcinoma occurring in the mesentery is extremely rare. Surgical resection is the best treatment modality, with a chance of cure. We present a 65-year-old man with large mesenteric cyst and absence of bowel involvement. Histology showed a well-differentiated neuroendocrine tumor.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine / diagnosis*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mesenteric Cyst / diagnosis*
  • Peritoneal Neoplasms / diagnosis*