Current development of diagnosis and treatments in neuroendocrine neoplasm

Neuroendocrine neoplasm arises from cells of the endocrine and nervous systems with functions of producing active amine and hormones. Most of NEN occur in digestive system especially in stomach, intestines and pancreas. The liver, lung and bone are the most common place for metastatic NEN. Because of lacking of specific symptoms, the prognosis of NEN is usually poor. The present study aimed at concluding at current diagnosis and treatment for NEN, providing references for patients with NEN. Key words: Gastrointestinal tract; Pancreas; Neuroendocrine neoplasm