Sigmoid Colon Perforation during Colonoscopy in a Case of Carcinoid Tumor

Background: Carcinoids tumors are slow-growing tumors which originate mainly from the small intestine and can produce biogenic peptides and amines. These products could cause carcinoid syndrome, and also, fibrosis in the peritoneum and mesentery.Case report: A 50-year-old man complaining of lower li...

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Main Authors: Bizhan Ahmadi, Motahareh Zaherara, Faezeh Hasani Saadi, Sara Azhdari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Kerman University of Medical Sciences 2021-09-01
Series:Journal of Kerman University of Medical Sciences
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Online Access:https://jkmu.kmu.ac.ir/article_91768_e0ac6f2367ee32de53c4f198ed8911ba.pdf