Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor with Pulmonary Metastasis

Authors: AHMET GÜRER, SELMA GÖĞKUŞ, BÜLENT DEMİRBAŞ, EREN ERSOY, RACİ AYDIN

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

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