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The Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation directs your individual donations to breakthrough scientific research. Since 2005, we have funded $36 million in research projects. The Neuroendocrine Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization, so all donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We are grateful to you for your generosity.
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Functional NETs in the lungs can cause a range of symptoms such as flushing, diarrhea, or wheezing.
Diffuse idiopathic pulmonary neuroendocrine cell hyperplasia, or DIPNECH, is a rare lung condition characterized by the abnormal proliferation of pulmonary neuroendocrine cells. DIPNECH may or may not cause symptoms.
Over time, DIPNECH may progress to a lung NET. The cause of DIPNECH is not known. NETRF is funding research to better understand this rare condition.
All About Functional pNETs, by Xavier Keutgen, MD, FACS
Click here to learn about other NET patients and their journeys.
Learn more about NETRF funded research here.