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A cross section of the mid portion of the appendix demonstrating preserved architecture, 20x.
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F1
Pathologic examination demonstrated a carcinoid tumor in the tip of the appendix, which measured 0.3 x 0.2 cm (Figure 1, 2).
Longitudinal section of the appendix tip demonstrating nests of uniform, polygonal cells with round, centrally placed nuclei, characteristic of carcinoid tumors, 200x.
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F2
Pathologic examination demonstrated a carcinoid tumor in the tip of the appendix, which measured 0.3 x 0.2 cm (Figure 1, 2).