Ileal gastrointestinal stromal tumor causing mesenteric gangrene. Issue 4 (20th April 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Beji, Hazem; Bouassida, Mahdi; Zribi, Slim; Touinsi, Hassen
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 10:Issue 4(2022)
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• Publication Date: 2022-04-20
• Subjects: acute abdomen -- gastrointestinal stromal tumor -- infection -- mesenteric gangrene; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.5772
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Abstract: To our knowledge, this is one of the rare literature reports of an ileal GIST complicated with mesenteric gangrene. We reported successful surgical treatment. Infection of GIST is an extremely rare complication that should be treated with no delays to avoid rupture and peritonitis. Abstract : Ileal gastrointestinal stromal tumors are rare. Mesenteric gangrene is an extreme rare complication. Diagnosis is difficult. Surgical treatment should not be delayed.