Endocrine Abstracts

Background and aims: Long-acting somatostatin analogues (SAs) are an established treatment for functional symptoms of neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) and also for their known anti-tumour effect. Discussion with colleagues highlighted variations in their use in practice, surrounding test-dosing and treatment doses of SAs.Methods: In 2016 an electronic survey of SA use was undertaken to illuminate actual practice in the UK. Questions focused on test-dosing, ...

Psychological symptoms including aggression, confusion, irritation, anxiety and depression have been observed clinically in patients with carcinoid syndrome. It has been suggested that vasoactive-hormone secretion is involved in provoking psychological symptoms. The objective of this qualitative study is to explore the presence and experience of specific psychological symptoms in carcinoid syndrome. Nine patients with carcinoid syndrome and psychological issues currently or wi...