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Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.
Source: Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine Tumors Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: February 20, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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The prognosis and treatment options depend on:
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Where the tumor is in the gastrointestinal tract.
The size of the tumor.
Whether the cancer has spread from the stomach and intestines to other parts of the body, such as the liver or lymph nodes.
Whether the patient has carcinoid syndrome or has carcinoid heart syndrome.
Whether the cancer can be completely removed by surgery.
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Whether the cancer is newly diagnosed or has recurred.
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