What does carcinoid mean?
A type of slow-growing tumor that originates in the neuroendocrine system, often producing excessive amounts of hormones. Carcinoid tumors can occur in various parts of the body, including the lungs, stomach, and small intestine.
Example
"The doctor suspected that the patient's symptoms were caused by a carcinoid tumor in the pancreas."
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