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  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are rare mesenchymal neoplasms.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for patient outcomes.

Observation:

  • A 67-year-old female presented with acute abdominal pain after travel.
  • Initial investigations included sonography, gastroscopy, and CT scan, suggesting a GIST.
  • Surgical intervention involved tumor extirpation, cholecystectomy, and liver resection.

Findings:

  • Histological examination confirmed a solid fibrous abdominal tumor.
  • The tumor was completely resected.
  • No adjuvant treatment was indicated post-surgery.

Implications:

  • Complete surgical resection is the cornerstone of GIST management.
  • Further research is needed to establish optimal adjuvant treatment protocols for GIST.
  • This case highlights the importance of considering rare abdominal pathologies in patients with unexplained pain.