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Zollinger-Ellison syndrome risk factors
Introduction
Overview
Overview
The most potent risk factor in the development of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN1). Other risk factors include alcohol abuse.
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Common risk factors associated with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome include:[1][2]
References
References
- ↑ Wilson SD, Doffek KM, Krzywda EA, Quebbeman EJ, Christians KK, Pappas SG (2011). “Zollinger-Ellison syndrome associated with a history of alcohol abuse: coincidence or consequence?”. Surgery. 150 (6): 1129–35. doi:10.1016/j.surg.2011.09.004. PMID 22136832.
- ↑ Lee NE, Lee YJ, Yun SH, Lee JU, Park MS, Kim JK; et al. (2013). “A case of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome in multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 with urolithiasis as the initial presentation”. Korean J Gastroenterol. 61 (6): 333–7. PMID 23877214.
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