GISTs originate from interstitial cells of Cajal and are staged by size, location, mitotic rate, and genetic mutations, influencing treatment strategies. Diagnosis involves imaging, endoscopy, biopsy, ...

A recent study offering a comprehensive view of the genome and transcriptome of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) has introduced a new, multi-omics-based molecular classification of these tumors ...

Submucosal tunneling endoscopic resection (STER) allows GIST removal without traditional surgery, reducing recovery time and complications. STER involves creating a tunnel in the stomach's innermost ...

These study authors hope their findings will inform future research on gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) and close care gaps for minority patient populations. Unfavorable trends in the diagnosis ...

Gastric and esophageal cancers rank among the deadliest cancers Worldwide, due to their biological complexity, late diagnosis, and limited response to ...

King's College Hospital London Jeddah Saves The Life Of A Patient With A Treatment-Resistant Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.

The tumor microenvironment (TME) is a complex and dynamic network consisting of tumor cells, immune cells, stromal cells, extracellular matrix (ECM), cytokines, and growth factors, all interacting to ...