📋Overview
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome is characterized by the development of gastrinomas, which are neuroendocrine tumors usually found in the pancreas or the upper part of the small intestine. These tumors secrete excessive amounts of the hormone gastrin, which triggers the stomach lining to release high levels of acid, frequently resulting in severe or recurrent peptic ulcers.
This condition may occur as a sporadic event or as part of an inherited genetic disorder known as multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN1). While these tumors can be malignant, the clinical presentation is primarily defined by the physiological impact of extreme gastric overacidity on the digestive system.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0043515Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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