Case of Pancreatic Insulinoma and Gastric GIST
Author Information
Author(s): Alabraba Edward, Bramhall Simon, O'Sullivan Brendan, Mahon Brinder, Taniere Philippe
Primary Institution: University of Birmingham and UHB Foundation NHS Trust
Hypothesis
Can a pancreatic insulinoma co-exist with a gastric GIST in a patient without neurofibromatosis type 1?
Conclusion
This case report presents the first instance of a pancreatic insulinoma co-existing with a GIST in a patient without NF-1.
Supporting Evidence
- This is the first case report of a pancreatic insulinoma co-existing with a GIST in a patient without NF-1.
- The GIST was only discovered incidentally during surgery for the insulinoma.
- The patient experienced rapid recurrence of the GIST after its initial resection.
Takeaway
A woman had a rare combination of two types of tumors: one in her pancreas and another in her stomach, and she didn't have a common genetic condition that usually causes these tumors.
Methodology
The patient underwent a series of tests including CT scans and surgery for tumor removal.
Limitations
The GIST was discovered incidentally and the mutation analysis was unsuccessful due to poor DNA quality.
Participant Demographics
76-year-old woman
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