Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor in Meckel's Diverticulum
Author Information
Author(s): Chandramohan K, Agarwal Mudit, Gurjar Gopal, Gatti Rohan C, Patel Mahesh H, Trivedi Preeti, Kothari Kiran C
Primary Institution: Gujarat Cancer and Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Conclusion
Neoplasms occurring from Meckel's diverticulum, even though rare, should be considered as differential diagnosis of pelvic masses arising from bowel, wherever imaging modalities fail to give a definitive diagnosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Meckel's diverticulum is the most commonly encountered congenital anomaly of the small intestine, occurring in approximately 2% of the population.
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are rare neoplasms that account for 0.1–1% of gastrointestinal malignancies.
- The majority of GISTs have been reported to arise in the stomach, with a smaller percentage originating in the small intestine.
Takeaway
Sometimes, a small pouch in the intestine called Meckel's diverticulum can have a rare tumor. Doctors should think about this when they find unusual lumps in the belly.
Methodology
The case involved exploratory laparotomy and imaging studies including ultrasound and CT scan.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 65-year-old male patient.
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