Spotlight on Small intestine Neuroendocrine Neoplasms (siNENs)

Spotlight on Small intestine Neuroendocrine Neoplasms (siNENs)

DisclaimerThis Spotlight is for general education and reassurance only. It cannot replace personalised advice from your own medical team, who understand your individual history, imaging, pathology, and treatment needs. Neuroendocrine tumours vary widely in behaviour, presentation, and management, and guidance may evolve as new evidence emerges. If you have questions about your diagnosis, symptoms, or treatment plan, please discuss them directly with your specialist NET team. Small intestine neuroendocrine neoplasms (siNENs) - (Jejunum + ileum — excluding duodenum) Small intestine neuroendocrine neoplasms (siNENs) arise in the mid‑gut, specifically the ileum and jejunum. These two segments form the core of “small intestine…
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Neuroendocrine Cancer Nutrition Series Part 6 – featuring the 2020 video series by Tara Whyand RD

Neuroendocrine Cancer Nutrition Series Part 6 – featuring the 2020 video series by Tara Whyand RD

Nutrition is an important subject for many cancers but it is particularly important for Neuroendocrine Cancer. In the previous parts of this series I focused on the following: Article 1 – Vitamin and Mineral Challenges. This was co-authored by Tara Whyand, UK’s most experienced NET Specialist Dietitian. This blog provides a list of vitamins and minerals which NET Cancer patients are at risk for deficiencies, together with some of the symptoms which might be displayed in a deficiency scenario. Article 2 – Malabsorption. Overlapping slightly into Part 1, this covers the main side effects of certain NET surgical procedures and other mainstream treatments.…
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