What are the Treatment Options for Stromal Tumors?
Treatment options for stromal tumors depend on the tumor's size, location, and stage. Surgical resection is often the primary treatment for localized tumors. For unresectable or metastatic tumors, targeted therapies such as imatinib (a tyrosine kinase inhibitor) are commonly used. Other targeted drugs like sunitinib and regorafenib may be employed if the tumor is resistant to imatinib. In some cases, radiation therapy and chemotherapy may also be considered.
