gastrinomas

How are Gastrinomas Diagnosed?

The diagnosis of gastrinomas involves multiple steps:
1. Clinical Evaluation - Symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and gastroesophageal reflux are evaluated.
2. Biochemical Tests - Elevated levels of serum gastrin can indicate the presence of a gastrinoma.
3. Imaging Studies - Techniques such as CT scans, MRI, and somatostatin receptor scintigraphy (SRS) help localize the tumor.
4. Histological Examination - A biopsy followed by histological and immunohistochemical analysis confirms the diagnosis.

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