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Find a DoctorSuccessful Endoscopic Treatment for Duodenal Neuroendocrine Tumour (NET) | Patient Success Story
Treated by Dr. Gaurav Patil , Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai
Aug 20, 2026
Mr Prakash Kumar from Jabalpur was diagnosed with a Neuroendocrine Tumour (NET) in the duodenum section of his small intestine. Initially advised to undergo a major surgical resection known as Whipple's procedure, he sought expert care at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai. In this video, Dr Gaurav Patil, Director – Gastroenterology & Advanced Endoscopy, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai, details how a thorough endoscopic evaluation allowed the team to perform Endoscopic Full-Thickness Resection (EFTR). This specialised organ-preserving technique successfully removed the tumour without opening the abdominal wall or requiring major organ removal, enabling a smooth recovery and early discharge.
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