Epidemiology of Large Bowel Carcinoid Tumors in the USA: A Population-Based National Study
ConclusionThis is the largest epidemiological study evaluating the prevalence of LBC. We estimated the prevalence rate of LBC to be 7.21/100,000. The presence of significant risk factors with the clinical picture suspicious for a LBC should warrant thorough evaluation as these tumors can lead to life-threatening complications. Further studies are needed to better understand the mechanism of association between these risk factors and LBC.
Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research
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