Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are slow-growing malignancies with distinct biologic and clinical characteristics. Most rectal-NETs are localized and well-differentiated, usually carrying an excellent prognosis. In this review, we aim at describing the epidemiology, clinical characteristics and therapeutic approaches for well-differentiated rectal NETs.
Keywords: Gastrointestinal tumors; NETs; Neuroendocrine neoplasms; Rectal NETs; Rectal carcinoids.
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