COR2ED - Rare Diseases Medical Conversation

Understanding EP-NEC: Through Diagnosis, Treatment, and Support

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In this podcast, Medical Oncologist, Dr Aman Chauhan and Neuroendocrine Patient Advocate, Susan Meckler-Plummer, discuss extrapulmonary high-grade neuroendocrine carcinomas (EP-NECs), a rare, aggressive, and often misunderstood subset of neuroendocrine cancers.  

They clarify the crucial differences between NETs and NECs, explain why accurate classification and rapid treatment are essential, and highlight current and emerging therapeutic approaches, including DLL3-targeted therapies.  

Through both HCP and patient-centred perspectives, the conversation addresses real-world challenges, the importance of support networks, and the growing sense of hope for people affected by this difficult disease. 

Key clinical takeaways:  

  • Unlike NETs, EP-NECs are poorly differentiated, high-grade, aggressive, and fast-growing cancers, with a need for more effective treatments
    • While there remains a medical need for effective treatment of EP-NECs, clinical studies with DLL3-targeted agents show promise 
      • Accessing a support network can provide emotional reinforcement and information for patients and their care partners 

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        This podcast is supported by an Independent Education Grant from Boehringer Ingelheim.

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        Published in November 2025 

         

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