Extragastrointestinal stromal tumor of the mesoappendix: CT findings and a review of the literature
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BACKGROUND Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are nonepithelial, mesenchymal neoplasms that rarely occur in children. CASE PRESENTATION We present a unique case of a GIST that developed outside the gastrointestinal tract within the mesoappendix of a 6-year old boy. Computed tomography (CT) revealed a slightly lobulated, homogeneous soft-tissue mass, with marked contrast enhancement. CONCLUSION This case study provides new insight into the CT appearance of extragastrointestinal stromal tumors.
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