Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1 |
MEA Type I; MEN 1; MEN I; Wermer Syndrome |
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 is part of a group of disorders that affect the endocrine system. These disorders greatly increase the risk of developing multiple cancerous and noncancerous tumors in glands such as the parathyroid, pituitary, and pancreas. Multiple endocrine neoplasia occurs when tumors are found in at least two endocrine glands. Tumors can also develop in organs and tissues other than endocrine glands. If the tumors become cancerous, some cases can be life-threatening. ...
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Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1 Articles
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1
... Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 is part of a group of disorders that affect the endocrine system (the network of glands that produce hormones). These disorders greatly increase the risk of develop...
Resources
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (Genetics Home Reference)
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type I (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)

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