Vol. 43 (1) 2022 Neuro endocrinology letters

Assessment of peripheral blood cells parameters as a valuable tool in patients with neuroendocrine neoplasms.

OBJECTIVES: Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are an extremely heterogeneous medical entity, representing a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Chronic inflammation, as is the case with other malignancies, plays a crucial role in NEN carcinogenesis. DESIGN: The complete blood count (CBC) is a reliable tool for monitoring pa.....