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Shadin S A Abushara1, Dawood D M Mahmood1, Ahmed Haidaran2
1General Surgery Department, Galway University Hospital, Newcastle Road, Galway City, H91YR71, Ireland.
Abstract:
Gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GISTs) are rare mesenchymal neoplasms, most commonly arising in the stomach or small intestine. Jejunal GISTs are rare and may pose diagnostic challenges. We report a 44-year-old woman with a 3-year history of chronic unexplained iron deficiency anaemia and negative endoscopy. Computed tomography angiography suggested a jejunal lesion. Laparoscopy identified a well-circumscribed jejunal mass, which was resected. Histopathology confirmed a low-risk GIST. This case highlights the importance of considering small bowel pathology in persistent anaemia and the role of cross-sectional imaging or capsule endoscopy in timely diagnosis.
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