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Abdominal pain, nausea, and weight loss in an elderly woman

    Author: Guido Gentiloni Silveri, Marta Zerunian, Rome, Italy
    Body Region: Abdomen and Pelvis

    1. Patient Presentation
    2. CT Images
    3. CT Findings
    4. Diagnosis
    5. References
    Axial unenhanced CT scan showing small bowel GIST as an ileal mass

    1. Patient Presentation

    • A 70-year-old woman presented with intermittent abdominal pain over the preceding month, associated with nausea and unintentional weight loss. She also reported progressive asthenia and decreased appetite.
    • Laboratory tests revealed mild anemia, while inflammatory markers within normal limits.
    • Contrast-enhanced abdominal CT was performed for further evaluation.
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