BioScience Trends

BioScienceTrends

BioScience Trends is a new international peer-reviewed journal. BioScience Trends publishes articles in all fields of life science including biochemistry and molecular biology, clinical research, public health, medical care system, and social science in order to encourage cooperation and exchange among scientists and clinical researchers.

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BioScience Trends. 2010 ;4(3):143-144.

Carcinoid crisis 24 hours after bland embolization: A case report.
Fujie S, Zhou W, Fann P, Yen Y

SUMMARY: Within 24 h of bland embolization of carcinoid liver metastasis, patient developed flushing and severe hypotension consistent with carcinoid crisis. Octreotide pre- and post-procedure remains the mainstay for prevention and treatment of carcinoid crisis.

Key Words: Carcinoid syndrome, carcinoid crisis, octreotide, prevention

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