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Islet Cell Adenoma

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Islet Cell Adenoma Definition

A benign endocrine neoplasm arising from the pancreas. It is separated from the normal pancreatic tissues by a thin collagenous capsule. It may secrete a hormone (e.g. insulin, gastrin) or it may be non-functional.

Islet Cell Adenoma Synonyms

Islet Cell Adenoma

Terms in Islet Cell Adenoma category

Pancreatic Alpha Cell Adenoma
Pancreatic Beta Cell Adenoma
Pancreatic Delta Cell Adenoma
Pancreatic G-Cell Adenoma



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