What is GIST?

Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a rare cancer affecting the digestive tract or nearby structures within the abdomen. Because GIST is a rare cancer, we provide ways for GIST patients to become savvy about their disease and their options for medical care.

About GIST
For New GIST Patients
Treatments for GIST

Clinical Trials
Ask the Professional
Resources & Educational Materials

Join the GSI Community

There are many ways to join our active community of patients, caregivers and professionals. Our listserv, phone pals program, facebook group, and GIST Summits provide avenues for fellow GISTers to connect and share experiences.

GIST Listserv
Wildtype & Pediatric Listserv
GIST Support Wiki
Phone Pals
GIST Summits
Voices of GIST

News and Events

Drugs in trial for patients with secondary mutations show promise

New gene fusions and mutations linked to GIST

NF1 mutations in GIST show high frequency of specific tumor location

Blasts from the Past: repurposing “old” drugs for the treatment of GIST

Review Article on Current Research and Treatment for GIST