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Middle ear metastasis as an initial presentation of well differentiated neuroendocrine pancreatic tumor

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Neuroendocrine adenomas of the middle ear are rare and histologically diverse entities. Despite their predominance in the bronchopulmonary and gastrointestinal system. These tumors can exhibit both neuroendocrine and glandular histological characteristics. This case report presents 39 y/o male initially presenting with hearing loss and otalgia. Diagnostic imaging and histopathological evaluation confirmed well-differentiated Grade 2 pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor with metastatic involvement of the liver and temporal bone. Case discussed in tumor board to have monthly octreotide therapy. By addressing these cases, we can achieve a standardized diagnostic criterion and develop better therapeutic interventions for these rare conditions.

Source: Otolaryngology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.xocr.2024.100628

Authors: Lulwah Alturki, Nouf H. Alshammari, Nouf K. Alalshaikh, Shayma Abdullah Alghanoum, Doaa Alghamdi, Ibrahim Shami

Institutions: King Fahd Medical City, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Saud University

Language: English

Topic: Ear and Head Tumors

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,110