[Gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors : (GEP-NENs)]. / Neuroendokrine Neoplasien des Gastrointestinaltrakts : (GEP-NENs).

ABSTRACT

The entity of NENs represent a highly heterogenous group of malignancies that require a multidisciplinary approach during the treatment of patients. The following article aims to provide a concise overview of the current state of the art in diagnostics and therapy. One specific feature of G1/G2 NENs is that the indication for surgery is given even in metastatic settings. Specific details regarding the treatment of its various different subgroups need to be gathered from available guidelines or current clinical studies. The field of nuclear medicine offers promising options for diagnostics and therapy which needs further investigation.