Stomach CT Appearances
Gastric Leiomyoma CT Findings
- Frequent involvement with EGJ
- Homogeneous enhancement
- Mild to moderate enhancement
- Round or ovoid shape
- Usually < 70 HU
Other Information About Gastric Leiomyoma
Etiology:
- Unknown
Epidemiology:
- Since leiomyomas are rare, true incidence is unknown
- Typically present after age 50
- Gastric leiomyomas have been reported in patients of all ages
Presentation:
- Typically asymptomatic
- Large leiomyomas may cause GI bleed
Prognosis:
- Gastric leiomyomas are benign
- Symptomatic patients may have the tumor resected