Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor with Pulmonary Metastasis

Authors : Ahmet Gürer, Selma Göğkuş, Bülent Demirbaş

Pages : 273-275

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Publication Date : 9999-12-31

Article Type : Makaleler

Abstract :Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is rare but is the most common mesenchymal tumor of the gastrointestinal tract. It is usually arises from the stomach and small intestine. We present a case of GIST treated with surgery and adjuvant imatinib mesylate for pulmonary metastasis.
Keywords : Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, jejunum, imatinib mesylate