Abstract
Tumors of the small bowel, both benign and malignant, are relatively uncommon and often present a diagnostic challenge as their symptoms are often vague. This review article outlines the incidence, presentation, diagnosis, and management of small bowel tumors.
MeSH terms
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Adenocarcinoma / epidemiology
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Adenocarcinoma / pathology
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Adenoma / diagnosis
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Brunner Glands / pathology
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Carcinoid Tumor / diagnosis
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Duodenal Neoplasms* / diagnosis
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Duodenal Neoplasms* / epidemiology
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Duodenal Neoplasms* / pathology
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Hamartoma Syndrome, Multiple / diagnosis
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Humans
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Incidence
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Intestine, Small / pathology*
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Jejunal Neoplasms* / diagnosis
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Jejunal Neoplasms* / epidemiology
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Jejunal Neoplasms* / pathology
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Leiomyoma / diagnosis
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Leiomyosarcoma / diagnosis
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Lipoma / diagnosis
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Lymphoma / diagnosis
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Lymphoma / pathology
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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome / diagnosis