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September 2, 2025Journal Of The Postgraduate Institute of MedicineOpen Access

Jejunal gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST): Presenting as perforation and peritonitis – A case report

A. R. N. M. Nilam Peethamparam Jeepara

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Key Points

The case highlights a jejunal GIST that presented with perforation and peritonitis in a patient.
Key findings include the diagnosis of GIST confirmed through surgical pathology and imaging studies.
The treatment approach involved surgical intervention to manage the perforation and tumor resection.
This case emphasizes the importance of recognizing GIST as a potential cause of abdominal emergencies.

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Case report reveals a jejunal GIST causing perforation and peritonitis, highlighting urgent clinical implications.

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