Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
1. Introduction Gastrointestinal stromal tumors, clinically abbreviated as GISTs, are rare and highly specialized neoplasms that arise within the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. Unlike typical gastrointestinal cancers that originate from the inner mucosal lining, these tumors develop deep within the muscular connective tissue. The discovery of specific genetic mutations driving these tumors has revolutionized … Read more