Aug 28, 2020 · Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) are usually found on the stomach or small intestine, but they can be found anywhere in or near the GI tract. Find out about risk factors, …

Treatment for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) depends mainly on factors such as: If the tumor can be resected (removed) with surgery, which is based on the size of the tumor, where it is, and …

Feb 25, 2025 · Diagnosis To diagnose a gastrointestinal stromal tumor, your healthcare professional might start by asking you about your symptoms and your health. This cancer, which also is called a …

Jul 29, 2025 · A GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumor) is a rare tumor that forms in the walls of your gastrointestinal tract. Learn more about this condition and treatment.

Determining the best treatment for your gastrointestinal stromal tumor We determine your gastrointestinal stromal tumor treatment based on several factors, including the stage of GIST, and …

Jul 17, 2024 · A gastrointestinal stromal tumor, also called a GIST, is a type of sarcoma that develops in the connective tissue of the gastrointestinal tract. Sarcoma medical oncologist Neeta Somaiah, M.D., …

Treatment for gastrointestinal stromal tumors typically involves surgery to remove the tumor. Surgical removal of the tumor with clear margins is often the primary treatment if the GIST has not spread to …

Treatment Options for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Treatment Goals Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are rare tumors that form in the digestive tract, usually in the stomach or small …

Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute has one of the largest and most experienced centers in New England for the treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumor cancers (GIST).

Jul 10, 2023 · Local treatment options for GIST, leiomyomas, and leiomyosarcomas of the GI tract will be discussed here. The clinical presentation, diagnosis, and prognosis of GISTs, and the use of …