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[Duodenal leiomyosarcoma. Apropos of a case]
G Galliou1, M Nonent, I Kergastel
1Service de Radiologie et Imagerie Médicale, CHU Morvan, Brest.
Annales De Radiologie
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Leiomyosarcoma of the duodenum presents diagnostic challenges due to its growth pattern. Endoscopic ultrasonography may aid in differentiating these rare duodenal tumors from other neoplasms.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Leiomyosarcoma is a rare mesenchymal tumor.
- Duodenal tumors often present diagnostic difficulties.
- Exoluminal growth complicates imaging interpretation.