Multiple endocrine neoplasia type I (MEN1) , formerly known as Wermer’s syndrome, primarily affects the endocrine glands- parathyroid glands, pituitary gland, pancreas, and other parts of the digestive tract- the duodenum and stomach. It is a rare genetic disease that causes tumorigenesis in these endocrine glands leading to dysregulated hormone production. These tumors are mostly benign; however, these can be functional, leading to the oversecretion of hormones. Complications of MEN1 can vary depending on the location of the tumor, its size, type of hormone secreted, and its benign or cancerous nature. Which of these manifestations is caused by MEN1 syndrome?
Option A: Pheochromocytoma. Option B: Carcinoid of gut Option C: Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Option D: WDHA Syndrome. Stay tuned. The right answer will be posted soon! This question is from the Editorial Team of Docplexus and is…
