Surgery

Before you have surgery, your doctor will talk to you about the best type of operation for you. This depends on where the carcinoid tumour is, how big it is and whether it has spread.

Before your operation for neuroendocrine cancer

You have an appointment at the pre assessment clinic 1 or 2 weeks before your operation. You usually have some tests to check you are well enough for surgery.

After surgery for neuroendocrine cancer

Your recovery time will depend on what type of surgery you have. When you wake up after surgery, you are likely to have some tubes and drains in place.

Last reviewed: 
02 Jul 2016