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Appendix Small Cell Neuroendocrine Carcinoma
An aggressive, poorly differentiated neuroendocrine malignant neoplasm arising from the wall of the appendix. It is characterized by the presence of small malignant cells, necrotic changes, and an increased mitotic rate. (NCI Thesaurus)
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