Zоllinger–Ellisоn Syndrоme (ZES) 1. Bаckground Definition: A disorder cаused by а gastrin-secreting neuroendocrine tumor (gastrinoma) that leads to excess gastric acid production and refractory peptic ulcer disease. Pathophysiology: Gastrinomas (often in the pancreas, duodenum, or lymph nodes) cause marked acid hypersecretion, resulting in multiple or recurrent ulcers and diarrhea. Acid inactivates pancreatic enzymes → malabsorption and steatorrhea. Epidemiology: Rare; typically diagnosed in adults 30–60 years. 20–25% associated with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 1 (MEN1). Complications: Severe ulceration, perforation, GI bleeding, strictures, or malignancy (⅔ of gastrinomas are malignant). 2. History Symptoms: Recurrent or multiple peptic ulcers, often in distal duodenum or jejunum. Epigastric pain, heartburn, diarrhea, or steatorrhea. Ulcers refractory to standard therapy or recurring after surgery. Clues suggesting ZES: Ulcers without NSAID or H. pylori exposure. Prominent diarrhea or fat malabsorption. Family history of endocrine tumors (MEN1). 3. Exam Findings Nonspecific abdominal tenderness; often normal. Signs of MEN1 (if present): Hyperparathyroidism (kidney stones, bone pain). Pituitary adenoma features. 4. Making the Diagnosis Screening test: Fasting serum gastrin level >10 times the upper limit of normal with gastric pH
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