Endocrine and Neuroendocrine Tumor Center – ENETS Center of Excellence Zurich

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) and adrenal tumors are rare conditions whose diagnosis and treatment require a highly specialized team with extensive experience. We offer all modern diagnostic and treatment methods for these specific conditions and know how to proceed even in difficult situations. Our aim is to provide all those affected with the best possible diagnosis and treatment.

Offer

• Thorough initial evaluation of complaints and symptoms that may indicate the presence of hormone-producing tumors
• Modern diagnostic methods for patients with newly diagnosed neuroendocrine tumors and adrenal tumors
• All highly specialized forms of treatment, including neuroendocrine surgery, endoscopy, radiation therapy, ablative procedures, nuclear medicine therapy (PRRT), and drug-based tumor therapy
• Second opinions and additional evaluations for NET patients at all stages and in all clinical situations during our biweekly interdisciplinary tumor board, as well as histopathological reference evaluations
• Participation in scientific studies, when appropriate and desired
• A wide range of counseling and treatment services designed to provide holistic support
• Comprehensive follow-up examinations

• We specialize in the following conditions: neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) of all organ origins (NETs G1–G3, carcinoids), neuroendocrine carcinomas, adrenal cortical tumors, pheochromocytomas, and paragangliomas
• Specialized endoscopic, molecular, and nuclear medicine diagnostics (functional imaging, PET/CT scans, and PET/MRI scans using a variety of tracers)
• Highly specialized treatment options (including robotic and minimally invasive surgery, state-of-the-art radiation therapy, minimally invasive intra-arterial (SIRT/TACE) and percutaneous ablation procedures, targeted systemic and immunotherapies, radioligand therapy, and PRRT)
• Clinical Trials and Translational Research
• Tumor predisposition syndromes, including genetic testing for hereditary predisposition
• Close collaboration and cooperation with all medical disciplines at the USZ, as well as with local, Swiss, and European partners

Management

A cancer diagnosis changes many aspects of a person’s life. In addition to the actual symptoms of the illness, there are other challenges that can affect quality of life and well-being. Even after your treatment, our experts from the organ centers, nursing, and supportive services will be available to you during our regular follow-up appointments. Follow-up exams are important for monitoring the cancer and, if necessary, detecting a recurrence early. In addition, this allows us to address long-term complications resulting from the disease or treatment, as well as their physical, psychosocial, and emotional health. We work with your specialist and primary care physician to schedule follow-up appointments and, if necessary, arrange for support from Spitex or an oncology rehabilitation program.

Medical inquiries can be directed to our specialists at the organ centers, nursing staff, and supportive counseling services. Cantonal and regional cancer leagues also offer a wide range of counseling and support services free of charge.