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World J Clin Cases. Apr 16, 2025; 13(11): 101668
Published online Apr 16, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i11.101668
Hepatic hemangiomas mimicking gastrointestinal stromal tumors: A case report
Ji-Ze Wang, Hao Chen
Ji-Ze Wang, Hao Chen, Department of Surgical Oncology, Oncology Center, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou 730030, Gansu Province, China
Author contributions: Wang JZ conceptualized and designed the study, collected data, analyzed statistics, wrote the manuscript, and reviewed and edited the manuscript; Chen H supervised the research project, coordinated the study, and approved the final manuscript; and all authors thoroughly reviewed and endorsed the final manuscript.
Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Gansu Province, No. 24JRRA347.
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Corresponding author: Hao Chen, PhD, Professor, Department of Surgical Oncology, Oncology Center, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, No. 82 Cuiyingmen Road, Chengguan District, Lanzhou 730030, Gansu Province, China. ery_chenh@lzu.edu.cn
Received: September 22, 2024
Revised: November 19, 2024
Accepted: December 5, 2024
Published online: April 16, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Hepatic hemangiomas can be challenging to diagnose, especially when they mimic other conditions like gastrointestinal stromal tumors. This case highlights the limitations of imaging techniques such as computerized tomography and endoscopic ultrasound in diagnosing subepithelial lesions. While computerized tomography is effective for visualizing abdominal tumors, it struggles to detect smaller lesions and assess the gastrointestinal wall layers. Endoscopic ultrasound is helpful for evaluating smaller nodules, but its diagnostic accuracy is limited. This case emphasizes the importance of considering hepatic lesions when gastrointestinal symptoms are present, particularly when imaging findings are inconclusive.