What are the Treatment Options for PNETs in Children?
Treatment for PNETs depends on the type, size, location, and whether the tumor has spread. Options include:
- Surgical resection: The primary treatment for localized tumors. - Medical therapy: Includes somatostatin analogs to control hormone-related symptoms and chemotherapy for advanced or metastatic disease. - Targeted therapy: Such as everolimus or sunitinib for specific genetic mutations. - Radiation therapy: Rarely used but may be considered in certain cases.
