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Port site metastasis following diagnostic laparoscopy for a malignant Gastro-intestinal stromal tumour
Andrew R Davies1, Waseem Ahmed, Shaun F Purkiss
1Department, of Surgery, Whipps Cross University Hospital, Leytonstone, London, UK. ardavies22@hotmail.com
Background:
Gastro-Intestinal stromal tumours (GISTs) are rare and our understanding of their natural history and optimal treatment are continually evolving. Port site metastasis after laparoscopy for a GIST is an extremely rare phenomenon.
Case Presentation:
We report a case with relevant imaging and discuss factors that may have contributed to the development of this isolated metastasis.
Conclusion:
Percutaneous methods of sampling GIST tumours for analysis should be avoided if at all possible. When necessary, prophylactic measures should be utilised to minimise the risk of seeding.
