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Gimm, O.* ; Pellegata, N.S.

Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 4 (MEN 4).

In: Endocrine Surgery Comprehensive Board Exam Guide. 2021. 935–950 (Endocrine Surgery Comprehensive Board Exam Guide)
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In this chapter, the more recently identified syndrome multiple endocrine neoplasia type 4 (MEN 4) is described. The current knowledge regarding the clinical spectrum including primary hyperparathyroidism, pituitary adenomas, neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs), and other endocrine and non-endocrine tumors is presented. Since the genetic cause is known, one paragraph focuses on genetic counseling of these patients. With regard to the treatment, particular emphasis has been put on surgical aspects.
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Publication type Article: Edited volume or book chapter
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Keywords Autosomal Dominant ; Cdkn1b Gene ; Genetic Counseling ; Neuroendocrine Neoplasms ; Neuroendocrine Tumors ; Pituitary Adenomas ; Primary Hyperparathyroidism ; Surgery ; Thyroid Cancer
ISSN (print) / ISBN 9783030847371
Book Volume Title Endocrine Surgery Comprehensive Board Exam Guide
Quellenangaben Volume: , Issue: , Pages: 935–950 Article Number: , Supplement: ,
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