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📋Overview
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) refers to a group of inherited disorders characterized by the development of tumors in multiple endocrine glands. The term MEN encompasses several distinct syndromes, primarily MEN type 1 (MEN1) and MEN type 2 (MEN2), each with specific genetic causes and clinical features. These syndromes involve tumors that can be benign or malignant and often affect the parathyroid glands, pancreas, pituitary gland, thyroid, and adrenal glands.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0027662ICD-10-CM
E31.2E31.20
MeSH
D009377
SNOMED CT (US)
4672400860549007
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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