Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6191846 | European Journal of Surgical Oncology (EJSO) | 2013 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Imatinib in locally advanced GIST is feasible and enables a high complete resection rate without tumour rupture. The combination of imatinib and surgery in patients with locally advanced GIST seems to improve PFS and OS.
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Authors
R. Tielen, C. Verhoef, F. van Coevorden, H. Gelderblom, S. Sleijfer, H.H. Hartgrink, J.J. Bonenkamp, W.T.A. van der Graaf, J.H.W. de Wilt,