L-cell glucagon-like peptide-producing neuroendocrine tumor
L-cell glucagon-like peptide-producing neuroendocrine tumor
Definition
A neuroendocrine tumor that arises from the gastrointestinal tract and produces glucagon-like peptides. Morphologically, it is characterized by the presence of neoplastic cells forming tubular or trabecular patterns.
Also known as L-cell glucagon-like peptide-producing NET, L-cell glucagon-like peptide-producing neuroendocrine tumor — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Endocrine gland | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Endocrine gland | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |