Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors of the Distal Gastrointestinal Tract

Katherine A. Kelley, Raphael Byrne, Kim C. Lu

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Abstract

Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are rare in occurrence, but comprise the most common mesenchymal tumors of the gastrointestinal tract and affect between 15 and 20 individuals per million per year. Due to recent advancements in molecular classification of these tumors, medical therapy has provided improved outcomes to a historically surgically managed disease. This review article briefly discusses the molecular characteristics, medical and surgical therapies, and future of GIST management.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)295-300
Number of pages6
JournalClinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery
Volume31
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - 2018

Keywords

  • GIST management
  • gastrointestinal stromal tumors
  • mesenchymal tumors

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Gastroenterology

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