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Watchful waiting
Source: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors Treatment (Adult) (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: August 28, 2020 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview / Four types of standard treatment are used:
Watchful waiting is closely monitoring a patient’s condition without giving any treatment until signs or symptoms appear or change.
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