Mixed adenoneuroendocrine carcinoma of cecum: a rare entity

J Clin Imaging Sci. 2013 Feb 28:3:10. doi: 10.4103/2156-7514.107995. Print 2013.

Abstract

Mixed adenoneuroendocrine carcinoma of cecum (MANEC) was first reported by Cardier in 1924. These tumors are thought to arise from multi-potential stem cells, which have differentiated bidirectionally. Location of the tumor influences the treatment and outcome. We report a rare case of MANEC where the patient presented with abdominal pain and distension. Imaging revealed an ileo colic intussusception with the lead point being a MANEC.

Keywords: Cecum; composite tumor; mixed adenoneuroendocrine carcinoma.

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  • Case Reports