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GIST of Low Malignant Potential

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Malignant potential in GISTs is usually categorized based on site, gross size, and mitotic rate per 50 high-power fields; however, histologic features can also suggest a tumor's malignant potential. This tumor shows mild cytologic atypia and was focally hypercellular, but it lacks necrosis and increased mitotic activity.

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