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Current treatment strategies in pediatric gastrointestinal stromal cell tumor

Brent A Willobee1, Hallie J Quiroz1, Matthew S Sussman1

  • 1Department of Surgery, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL, USA.

Translational Gastroenterology and Hepatology
|September 19, 2018
PubMed

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Pediatric gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) are rare and distinct from adult GIST. This review covers the latest therapeutic strategies for effectively treating pediatric GIST.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric oncology
  • Gastrointestinal pathology
  • Rare tumor research

Background:

  • Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) are exceptionally rare in children.
  • Pediatric GIST differs significantly in biology and behavior from adult GIST.
  • Clinicians may have limited experience diagnosing and treating pediatric GIST.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current therapeutic modalities for pediatric GIST.
  • To highlight the unique aspects of pediatric GIST treatment.
  • To provide an up-to-date overview of management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature search for pediatric GIST studies.
  • Analysis of recent clinical data and treatment outcomes.
  • Synthesis of information on various therapeutic approaches.

Main Results:

  • Pediatric GIST exhibits distinct biological characteristics.
  • Adult GIST treatments may be ineffective or harmful in children.
  • Evidence-based therapeutic strategies are evolving.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric GIST requires tailored treatment approaches.
  • Optimizing clinical outcomes necessitates specialized management.
  • Further research into pediatric GIST therapeutics is crucial.

Keywords:
Pediatricgastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST)reviewtreatmentwild-type (WT)

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