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Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.
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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The prognosis and treatment options depend on the following:
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How quickly the cancer cells are growing and dividing.
The size of the tumor.
Where the tumor is in the body.
Whether the tumor can be completely removed by surgery.
Whether the tumor has spread to other parts of the body.
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