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- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumorsearch for term
- A type of tumor that usually begins in cells in the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. It can be benign or malignant. Also called GIST.
Source: The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov) - Genesearch for term
- A gene is a hereditary unit that is located in a specific place on a chromosome. Genes determine physical characteristics, such as hair or eye color. When genes are missing or damaged, cancer may occur.
- Gene Therapysearch for term
- Using genes inserted into the patient's body or tumor to stimulate the immune system.
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