Gastrointestinal stromal tumours arise form
Correct Answer: Interstitial cells of Cajal
Description: Gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GISTs) may arise in anypa of the gastrointestinal tract but 50% will be found inthe stomach.They are now known to be a distinct tumor derived from the interstitial cells of Cajal,The tumours are universally associated with a mutation in thetyrosine kinase c-kit oncogene (CD 117). These tumours are sensitive to the tyrosine kinase antagonist imatinibBailey and Love 27e pg: 1139
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