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Neuroendocrine tumour of the appendix (view source)
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==Gross== | ==Gross== | ||
*Classically found in the tip of the appendix. | *Classically found in the tip of the appendix. | ||
*Characteristic yellow cut surface | *Characteristic yellow cut surface post-[[fixation]]. | ||
*Circumscribed but not encapsulated | *Circumscribed but not encapsulated. | ||
*Firm (due to desmoplasia) | *Firm (due to desmoplasia). | ||
*Centred in the submucosa | *Centred in the submucosa. | ||
*Nodules that do not usually cause erosion of the overlying mucosa. | *Nodules that do not usually cause erosion of the overlying mucosa. | ||