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== Additional Info == | == Additional Info == | ||
also code | *Carcinoid syndrome occurs when a rare cancerous tumor called a carcinoid tumor secretes certain chemicals into your bloodstream, causing a variety of signs and symptoms. A carcinoid tumor, which is a type of neuroendocrine tumor, occurs most often in the gastrointestinal tract or the lungs. | ||
'''Includes''' | |||
*carcinoid heart disease - Carcinoid heart disease is the collective term for all cardiac manifestations in patients who have carcinoid syndrome. Carcinoid heart disease has a multifactorial pathophysiology, and the right side of the heart is usually involved, as well as the tricuspid and pulmonary valves. Code [[Tricuspid Insufficiency]] and/or [[Pulmonary valve insufficiency (regurgitation)|Pulmonary valve insufficiency]] if applicable | |||
*also code [[Malignant carcinoid tumor]] if present | |||
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carcinoid_syndrome | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carcinoid_syndrome | ||