Pitfalls in Conventional Imaging and the Diagnostic Use of Endoscopic Ultrasound of Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors

Insulinomas, although rare, are the most common functional pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor (PNET). Patients classically suffer from recurrent episodes of hypoglycemia. Diagnosis is often made biochemically as conventional imaging may not be effective. Treatment approach depends on the extent of disease at the time of presentation, with surgical intervention being preferred due to its associated hi…