Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1. Clinical features and screening.
The clinical and biochemical features of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 are presented with a focus on methods for the early detection of the parathyroid, pituitary, and endocrine pancreas. A rationale is provided for early detection of MEN 1-associated abnormalities including a discussion of improved quality of life and reduction of morbidity and mortality.
Skogseid
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Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital, Uppsala, Sweden.
Rastad
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Oberg
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D005820:Genetic Testing; D006801:Humans; D006961:Hyperparathyroidism / Q000235:genetics; D009377:Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia / Q000235:genetics*; D010190:Pancreatic Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics; D010911:Pituitary Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics; D013577:Syndrome