Abstract:Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are often misdiagnosed because they can involve any part of the body and have non-specific symptoms. Here, we report a case of a 39-year-old man with rectal neuroendocrine tumor (RNET) and hepatic metastases treated with a combination of radical surgery and Everolimus therapy. The patient complained of abdominal distension, pain, and constipation of one month duration. Enhanced CT scan of the abdomen, colonoscopy and Biopsy findings confirmed the diagnosis of rectal neuroendocrine … Show more
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